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R560 KPF

1998 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 1974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

58,076 mi
Last recorded58,076 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR560 KPF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,974cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 58,076 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 57,828 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 57,709 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 56,370 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 54,336 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 54,335 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2013 54,119 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 54,101 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 54,039 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 53,803 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 53,673 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 53,188 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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R560 KPF is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 1,974cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R560 KPF, 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 R560 KPF registered?

R560 KPF is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 14 January 1998.

Is R560 KPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R560 KPF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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