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A8 EJS

1988 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,414 mi
Last recorded89,414 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 Lotus Esprit57,107 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 EJS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2024 89,414 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 89,012 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 88,841 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 88,772 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 88,750 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 88,307 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 86,971 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 85,668 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 84,764 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 84,040 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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A8 EJS is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 57,107 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 A8 EJS, 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 38 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 A8 EJS registered?

A8 EJS is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is A8 EJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 EJS shows 10 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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