MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,735 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 285/35/18 (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 285/35/18 (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
refuse emissions due to engine overheating
wipers not parking automaticaly obstructs view of road
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R412 KAW is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 R412 KAW, 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
How do I check the history of R412 KAW?
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What year was R412 KAW registered?
R412 KAW is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R412 KAW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R412 KAW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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