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N266 KNG

1996 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,732 mi
Last recorded23,732 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Lotus Esprit48,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN266 KNG
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 May 2015 23,732 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 7 May 2014 23,588 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 8 May 2013 23,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 9 May 2012 23,334 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 May 2011 23,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Apr 2010 23,022 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,658 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 22,458 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 22,336 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 22,151 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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N266 KNG is a 1996 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 N266 KNG, 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

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What year was N266 KNG registered?

N266 KNG is a 1996 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N266 KNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N266 KNG shows 10 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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