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V8 EEE

2000 Lotus Esprit

Grey Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,026 mi
Last recorded68,026 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Esprit41,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 EEE
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 68,026 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 67,032 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 64,825 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 62,953 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 61,426 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 60,498 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 60,000 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 57,733 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 54,947 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 54,821 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 54,531 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 54,188 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 53,112 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 51,898 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 48,739 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 48,690 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 44,007 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 38,714 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS & DISCS GETTING WORN

Pass 18 May 2006 29,432 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 29,258 miles

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

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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V8 EEE is a 2000 Lotus Esprit in Grey with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 41,306 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 V8 EEE, 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 26 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V8 EEE registered?

V8 EEE is a 2000 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 14 June 2000.

Is V8 EEE safe to buy?

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