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F10 TVS

1997 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,885 mi
Last recorded62,885 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Lotus Esprit46,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF10 TVS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 62,885 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 61,985 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 59,614 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 57,371 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 54,155 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 52,422 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 52,106 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 51,443 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 48,385 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 46,682 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 46,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 41,853 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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F10 TVS is a 1997 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F10 TVS, 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 F10 TVS?

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What year was F10 TVS registered?

F10 TVS is a 1997 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is F10 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F10 TVS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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