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X521 DPN

2000 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,120 mi
Last recorded24,120 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2025
Typical for 2000 Lotus Esprit41,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX521 DPN
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2025 24,120 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 23,680 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 23,011 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 22,741 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 22,625 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 22,099 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 21,729 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 21,459 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 20,886 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 203,636 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 19,943 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 17,875 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 16,665 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 15,679 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 15,655 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 14,269 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 13,095 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 10,769 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 10,571 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 10,520 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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X521 DPN is a 2000 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 X521 DPN, 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 X521 DPN?

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What year was X521 DPN registered?

X521 DPN is a 2000 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 7 November 2000.

Is X521 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X521 DPN shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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