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P611 FOF

1996 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,107 mi
Last recorded66,107 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2010
Typical for 1996 Lotus Esprit48,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP611 FOF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2010 66,107 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 65,499 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 63,037 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 61,700 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 59,841 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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P611 FOF is a 1996 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 3,506cc 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 P611 FOF, 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 P611 FOF?

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What year was P611 FOF registered?

P611 FOF is a 1996 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P611 FOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P611 FOF 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.

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