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P509 PPW

1997 Lotus Esprit

Yellow Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,172 mi
Last recorded22,172 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Lotus Esprit46,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP509 PPW
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2014 22,172 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 21,917 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 21,622 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 21,444 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 21,165 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 20,939 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 20,612 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 20,420 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 20,140 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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P509 PPW is a 1997 Lotus Esprit in Yellow with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P509 PPW, 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 P509 PPW?

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What year was P509 PPW registered?

P509 PPW is a 1997 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is P509 PPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P509 PPW shows 9 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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