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A9 GCO

1991 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

60,728 mi
Last recorded60,728 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Lotus Esprit57,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 GCO
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 60,728 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 60,641 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 60,545 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 60,388 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 60,120 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 59,691 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 59,651 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 59,550 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 59,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 59,330 miles

Offside Rear Slight brake bind

Pass 19 Sep 2016 59,147 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 58,988 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 58,899 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 58,826 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 58,656 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 58,495 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 58,350 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 58,069 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 57,955 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 57,153 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 56,568 miles

Park brake only just passed efficiency

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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A9 GCO is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 57,076 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 A9 GCO, 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 35 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 A9 GCO registered?

A9 GCO is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 25 September 1991.

Is A9 GCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 GCO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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