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L11 XTB

1998 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,352 mi
Last recorded42,352 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL11 XTB
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 42,352 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 42,346 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 42,206 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 42,098 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 41,804 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 41,804 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Inner Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Outer Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Outer Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Inner Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Inner Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Outer Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Outer Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Outer Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 41,465 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 41,465 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 41,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 39,884 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 39,491 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 38,419 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 36,764 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 35,072 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 31,933 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 28,979 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 25,682 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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L11 XTB is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,579 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 L11 XTB, 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 28 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 L11 XTB registered?

L11 XTB is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is L11 XTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L11 XTB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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