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S111 AAF

1998 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,540 mi
Last recorded50,540 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2009
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS111 AAF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2009 50,540 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 45,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 45,679 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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S111 AAF is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 S111 AAF, 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 S111 AAF?

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What year was S111 AAF registered?

S111 AAF is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S111 AAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S111 AAF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S111 AAF have outstanding finance?

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