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XUX 74S

1997 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,609 mi
Last recorded32,609 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Esprit46,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUX 74S
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 32,609 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 31,721 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 31,687 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 31,679 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 31,661 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 31,636 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 31,599 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 31,538 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 31,456 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 31,249 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 30,730 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 29,143 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 27,035 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 26,919 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 26,727 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 25,524 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 24,569 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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XUX 74S is a 1997 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 XUX 74S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XUX 74S?

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What year was XUX 74S registered?

XUX 74S is a 1997 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is XUX 74S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUX 74S shows 17 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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