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P267 PYD

1997 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

26,468 mi
Last recorded26,468 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Lotus Esprit46,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP267 PYD
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 26,468 miles

n/s and o/s/f tyres cracking on tread area

Fail 8 Mar 2017 26,455 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s and o/s/f tyres cracking on tread area

Fail 12 Aug 2016 126,447 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords & rear (4.1.D.1a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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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P267 PYD is a 1997 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 46,303 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P267 PYD, 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 29 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P267 PYD registered?

P267 PYD is a 1997 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P267 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P267 PYD shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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