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X414 XCL

2000 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,912 mi
Last recorded62,912 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Esprit41,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX414 XCL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 62,912 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 61,785 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 60,540 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 58,700 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 56,022 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 52,139 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 46,414 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 46,414 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

coolant level low

radiator fins heavily corroded and breaking up

slight buckle to both rear roadwheels

Pass 15 Mar 2006 45,546 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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X414 XCL is a 2000 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X414 XCL, 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 X414 XCL registered?

X414 XCL is a 2000 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 19 September 2000.

Is X414 XCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X414 XCL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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