2013 Lotus Evora S 4 V6 3.5L Petrol · FJ13 BBE

The MOT history for this Lotus Evora S is exceptionally clean, showing five consecutive passes with zero recorded defects or advisories between 2021 and 2025. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained and kept road-legal without any significant safety failures over the last four years. However, the most recent test in June 2025 introduces a specific risk pattern that requires caution. While the car passed, the tester explicitly noted that undertrays were fitted, preventing a full inspection of some items. On a low-slung sports car, these panels often obscure critical components like the steering rack, suspension arms, and subframe, meaning there could be underlying corrosion, oil leaks, or wear that simply could not be seen. The overall condition trend appears stable based on the recorded data, as there is no history of worsening defects or repeated failures. The primary concern is not a documented fault, but the lack of visibility regarding the vehicle's underside structure in the latest report. With roughly 25,885 miles over 13 years, this car averages less than 2,000 miles per year, which is very low for a performance vehicle. While this low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine and gearbox, it increases the risk of age-related degradation. Rubber components such as coolant hoses, drive belts, and tyres tend to perish with time regardless of use, and prolonged periods of standing still can cause brakes to seize or fluids to degrade.