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V432 DNG

1999 Lotus Esprit

Green Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,901 mi
Last recorded79,901 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Lotus Esprit45,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV432 DNG
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 79,901 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 79,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 77,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 75,495 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 73,387 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 73,387 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 70,462 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 65,220 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 62,815 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 51,516 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 51,512 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 49,473 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 47,813 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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V432 DNG is a 1999 Lotus Esprit in Green with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1999 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 45,289 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 V432 DNG, 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 27 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 V432 DNG registered?

V432 DNG is a 1999 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V432 DNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V432 DNG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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