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YC51 OTU

2001 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,527 mi
Last recorded43,527 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2007
Typical for 2001 Lotus Esprit33,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 OTU
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2007 43,527 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 39,694 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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YC51 OTU is a 2001 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YC51 OTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YC51 OTU?

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What year was YC51 OTU registered?

YC51 OTU is a 2001 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is YC51 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC51 OTU 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.

Does YC51 OTU have outstanding finance?

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