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B264 TEC

1985 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,823 mi
Last recorded50,823 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1985 Lotus Esprit50,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB264 TEC
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 50,823 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 50,749 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 50,422 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 49,568 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 48,009 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 47,949 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 47,949 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 47,802 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 45,141 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 45,141 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 44,559 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 44,559 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 44,282 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 43,253 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 42,495 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 42,495 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 May 2008 39,191 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 36,572 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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B264 TEC is a 1985 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 50,410 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B264 TEC, 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 41 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 B264 TEC registered?

B264 TEC is a 1985 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B264 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B264 TEC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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