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FN52 HSL

2002 Lotus Esprit

Purple Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,733 mi
Last recorded4,733 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Lotus Esprit27,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 HSL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2024 4,733 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 4,646 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 4,403 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 4,368 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 4,357 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 4,211 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 3,888 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 3,524 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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FN52 HSL is a 2002 Lotus Esprit in Purple with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FN52 HSL, 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 FN52 HSL?

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What year was FN52 HSL registered?

FN52 HSL is a 2002 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 5 November 2002.

Is FN52 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 HSL shows 8 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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