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R57 MCH

1997 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,076 mi
Last recorded24,076 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Lotus Esprit46,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR57 MCH
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 May 2013 24,076 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 24,068 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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R57 MCH is a 1997 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 R57 MCH, 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.

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What year was R57 MCH registered?

R57 MCH is a 1997 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R57 MCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R57 MCH shows 2 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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