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E15 SPT

1997 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

64,765 mi
Last recorded64,765 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Lotus Esprit46,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE15 SPT
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 64,765 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 64,587 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 64,114 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 63,462 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 63,462 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 63,070 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 62,555 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 62,414 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 62,395 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 61,853 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 61,051 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 60,049 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2013 59,614 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 59,343 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 59,057 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 58,805 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 58,804 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 57,592 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 56,004 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 54,821 miles

Oil leak

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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E15 SPT is a 1997 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 46,303 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 E15 SPT, 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 29 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E15 SPT?

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What year was E15 SPT registered?

E15 SPT is a 1997 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 4 December 1997.

Is E15 SPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E15 SPT shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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