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V439 DNG

1999 Lotus Esprit

Purple Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2023
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,028 mi
Last recorded48,028 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2022
Typical for 1999 Lotus Esprit45,289 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV439 DNG
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2022 48,028 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 47,764 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 47,172 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 47,168 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

centre rear high level stop lamp not working

Pass 10 Jun 2008 42,990 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 42,207 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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V439 DNG is a 1999 Lotus Esprit in Purple with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V439 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 V439 DNG registered?

V439 DNG is a 1999 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V439 DNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V439 DNG shows 6 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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