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K430 MMP

1993 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,009 mi
Last recorded68,009 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Lotus Esprit63,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK430 MMP
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 68,009 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 66,707 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 66,076 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 65,127 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 63,828 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 62,942 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 61,757 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 59,893 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 58,377 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2016 57,852 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 57,613 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 55,687 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 55,628 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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K430 MMP is a 1993 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 K430 MMP, 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 K430 MMP?

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What year was K430 MMP registered?

K430 MMP is a 1993 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 30 April 1993.

Is K430 MMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K430 MMP shows 13 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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