Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Lotus Evora S?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2010 Lotus Evora S?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2010 Lotus Evora S?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2010 Lotus Evora S reliable?

Based on MOT data from 114 vehicles, the 2010 Lotus Evora S has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Lotus Evora S?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Lotus Evora S (2010)

114 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.8% first-time pass rate

2010 Lotus Evora S

CarHunch analysed 114 real MOT records for the 2010 Lotus Evora S. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Lotus Evora S is a strong performer in the MOT test, with an 88.8% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80%, and only 13.2% of cars have ever recorded a dangerous defect — well within acceptable range for a specialist sports car. This is a tight, well-maintained cohort.

At just 36,318 miles median for a 14-year-old car, these Evoras have been driven conservatively and cared for, which explains the low failure rate of 1.61 per vehicle. The high advisory count of 8.6 per car suggests minor wear is common — typical for ageing components — but nothing that should deter you; if you're buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and seals, as that's where the advisories are clustering.

We have limited data for the 2010 Lotus Evora S — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

88.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

13.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.61

Over 13 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

36k

Middle half: 25k–47k

For context

These stats describe 114 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 114 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Lotus Evora S vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

36,318

typical

25,380

low mileage

47,102

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Lotus Evora S vehicles fall between 25,380 and 47,102 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 25,380 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 25,380–47,102 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Lotus Evora Ss sit.

⚠ Over 63,587 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Lotus Evora S — Still on the Road

Most 2010 Lotus Evora Ss are still being driven.

Strong survival — 91 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.61

Avg failures per vehicle

8.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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