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K300 SPT

1996 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,362 mi
Last recorded70,362 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Lotus Esprit48,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK300 SPT
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2025 70,362 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 69,906 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 69,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 69,164 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 68,792 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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K300 SPT is a 1996 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,465 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 K300 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 30 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 K300 SPT?

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What year was K300 SPT registered?

K300 SPT is a 1996 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is K300 SPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K300 SPT shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K300 SPT have outstanding finance?

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