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A912 FPJ

1984 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,974 mi
Last recorded57,974 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Lotus Esprit56,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA912 FPJ
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2024 57,974 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 57,570 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 57,054 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 56,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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A912 FPJ is a 1984 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 A912 FPJ, 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

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What year was A912 FPJ registered?

A912 FPJ is a 1984 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 30 April 1984.

Is A912 FPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A912 FPJ shows 4 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 A912 FPJ have outstanding finance?

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