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P39 SNO

1997 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,199 mi
Last recorded56,199 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Esprit46,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP39 SNO
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 56,199 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 56,199 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2025 55,924 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 55,517 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 55,248 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 54,825 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 54,279 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 54,278 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 53,694 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 52,841 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 52,352 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 52,058 miles

1.both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 3 Jan 2008 49,306 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 45,123 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 14 Dec 2006 45,117 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 40,918 miles

Brake test carried out in snow and ice conditions by Tapley Meter would achieve considerably better efficiency on dry road.

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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P39 SNO is a 1997 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P39 SNO, 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

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What year was P39 SNO registered?

P39 SNO is a 1997 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P39 SNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P39 SNO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P39 SNO have outstanding finance?

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