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S221 LRA

1998 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,555 mi
Last recorded36,555 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS221 LRA
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2017 36,555 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 36,403 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 35,699 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 35,277 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 34,836 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 34,103 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 33,325 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 32,673 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 31,757 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 28,691 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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S221 LRA is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S221 LRA, 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 S221 LRA?

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What year was S221 LRA registered?

S221 LRA is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S221 LRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S221 LRA shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S221 LRA have outstanding finance?

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