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W188 PEU

2000 Lotus Esprit

Yellow Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,613 mi
Last recorded36,613 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2007
Typical for 2000 Lotus Esprit41,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW188 PEU
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2007 36,613 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 29,914 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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W188 PEU is a 2000 Lotus Esprit in Yellow with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W188 PEU, 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

How do I check the history of W188 PEU?

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What year was W188 PEU registered?

W188 PEU is a 2000 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 2 March 2000.

Is W188 PEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W188 PEU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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