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P4 RPR

1998 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,043 mi
Last recorded16,043 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 RPR
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 16,043 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 16,032 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 15,712 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 15,642 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 14,223 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 12,274 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 10,347 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 8,810 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 4,807 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 1,142 miles

both front tyres cracking on outer edges

Fail 29 Nov 2008 1,135 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

both front tyres cracking on outer edges

Pass 6 Jun 2007 420 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 418 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front & rear brake hose ferrules rusty

Pass 10 May 2006 39,895 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

cooling fans noisey

crack in nearside front side light lense

engine mounts worn

rear suspension arms top and bottom bushes split

slight corrosion to all metal brake pipes

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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P4 RPR is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 P4 RPR, 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.

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What year was P4 RPR registered?

P4 RPR is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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