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SV51 FEG

2001 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,033 mi
Last recorded26,033 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Lotus Esprit33,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 FEG
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2018 26,033 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 24,553 miles

rear tyre valves starting to crack both sides

Pass 2 Sep 2016 24,176 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 21,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,834 miles

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit advise replacment

Pass 29 Jul 2013 16,481 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 15,620 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 15,620 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 15,226 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

car too low to brake roller test

Pass 27 Apr 2011 14,894 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 14,249 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 13,693 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 12,906 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 112,275 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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SV51 FEG is a 2001 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 33,900 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 SV51 FEG, 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 25 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SV51 FEG registered?

SV51 FEG is a 2001 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is SV51 FEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV51 FEG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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