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MIB 3530

1998 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,358 mi
Last recorded49,358 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2007
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 3530
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2007 49,358 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006

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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MIB 3530 is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MIB 3530, 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 MIB 3530 registered?

MIB 3530 is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is MIB 3530 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIB 3530 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.

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