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86 LJ

1984 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,216 mi
Last recorded71,216 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 1984 Lotus Esprit56,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration86 LJ
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2013 71,216 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 71,171 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 71,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 71,126 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 71,104 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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86 LJ is a 1984 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 56,973 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 86 LJ, 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 42 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 86 LJ?

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What year was 86 LJ registered?

86 LJ is a 1984 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is 86 LJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 86 LJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 86 LJ have outstanding finance?

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