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D205 MAH

1987 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,733 mi
Last recorded9,733 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD205 MAH
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 9,733 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 9,711 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 9,655 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 9,511 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 9,405 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 9,117 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 8,705 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 8,587 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 8,097 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 7,774 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 7,379 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 7,097 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 6,767 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 6,511 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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D205 MAH is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 48,573 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 D205 MAH, 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 39 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 D205 MAH registered?

D205 MAH is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 7 July 1987.

Is D205 MAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D205 MAH shows 14 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 D205 MAH have outstanding finance?

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