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ESP 87V

2001 Lotus Esprit

Yellow Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,128 mi
Last recorded57,128 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Esprit33,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESP 87V
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2026 57,128 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 51,913 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 47,114 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 46,990 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 46,193 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 43,958 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 43,605 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 41,792 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 40,818 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 38,655 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 37,424 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 35,106 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 34,880 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 34,447 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 33,956 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 32,394 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 30,344 miles

service brakes just within limits

slight pitting and corrosion to inside of rear brake discs

Pass 28 Jun 2006 28,616 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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ESP 87V is a 2001 Lotus Esprit in Yellow with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 33,900 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 ESP 87V, 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 25 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 ESP 87V?

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What year was ESP 87V registered?

ESP 87V is a 2001 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is ESP 87V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESP 87V shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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