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AO02 MKP

2002 Lotus Esprit

Green Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,208 mi
Last recorded3,208 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 2002 Lotus Esprit27,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 MKP
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2011 3,208 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 3,043 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 2,736 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 2,736 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 2,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 2,259 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 1,674 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?

Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 624
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 464
brake binding 455
parking brake recording little or no effort 332
Headlamp aim too low 326
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AO02 MKP is a 2002 Lotus Esprit in Green with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 27,592 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Esprit fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 624 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO02 MKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Esprit typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 24 years old, this Lotus Esprit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO02 MKP?

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What year was AO02 MKP registered?

AO02 MKP is a 2002 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 12 August 2002.

Is AO02 MKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO02 MKP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO02 MKP have outstanding finance?

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