2017 Lotus Evora 3.5L Petrol · AU17 ATV

The 2025‑09‑09 MOT at 164 miles confirms that the 2017 Lotus Evora remains road‑legal, with no failure on any mechanical test. The only recurring defect recorded since 2022 is the tyre condition, flagged each year under defect code 5.2.3 (d) (ii); no suspension, brake, drivetrain or structural advisories have appeared, indicating a stable maintenance record. Mileage has risen modestly from 132 miles in the 2021 test to 164 miles in the 2025 test, an increase of 32 miles over four years, or roughly 8 miles per year, consistent with the low annual usage suggested by the 18 miles‑per‑year average. The interval between the 2020 COVID‑19 six‑month extension and the 2021 test is the only period without a recorded mileage figure, but the overall progression is linear and shows no sudden spikes. A buyer should therefore prioritize a physical inspection of the four tyres, replacing them if the perishing observed in the MOT reports has progressed, and examine the suspension bushes, coil springs and wheel‑arch areas for corrosion or wear that could accelerate tyre deterioration. The absence of binding caliper or brake‑disc advisories suggests the braking system is currently sound, but a close check of the rear brake calipers and discs is advisable given the repeated tyre wear. Finally, the vehicle’s structural integrity appears intact, with no rust or damage noted in the MOT history; however, the persistent tyre perishing points to a possible lack of routine tyre rotation or replacement, a factor that should be verified during the in‑person assessment.