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38,140 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W359 SCL is a 2000 Lotus Esprit in Yellow with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.
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 W359 SCL, 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 W359 SCL?
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What year was W359 SCL registered?
W359 SCL is a 2000 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 March 2000.
Is W359 SCL safe to buy?
The MOT history for W359 SCL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does W359 SCL have outstanding finance?
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