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CT087ZP

1995 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,345 mi
Last recorded72,345 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1995 Lotus Esprit51,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT087ZP
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 72,345 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 24% (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 72,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Facing wrong direction (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm inappropriately repaired At balljoint area has has a spot welded repair and is not of a continuous repair (2.4.A.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 24% (3.7.B.5b)

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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CT087ZP is a 1995 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 51,286 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 CT087ZP, 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 31 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 CT087ZP registered?

CT087ZP is a 1995 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 15 May 1995.

Is CT087ZP safe to buy?

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