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K15 PRE

1993 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,905 mi
Last recorded69,905 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 1993 Lotus Esprit63,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK15 PRE
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2022 69,905 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 69,885 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 69,676 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 69,456 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 68,562 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 68,445 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 66,980 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 65,636 miles

slight freeplay at steering wheel

Pass 27 Apr 2006 63,939 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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K15 PRE is a 1993 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 63,105 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 K15 PRE, 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 33 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 K15 PRE?

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What year was K15 PRE registered?

K15 PRE is a 1993 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 24 March 1993.

Is K15 PRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K15 PRE shows 9 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 K15 PRE have outstanding finance?

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