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D24 UGD

1987 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,733 mi
Last recorded77,733 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD24 UGD
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 77,733 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 77,403 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 77,193 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 77,141 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 76,843 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear outer brake pad lining looks to be separating from backing but unable to assess properly without dismantling

Fail 28 May 2012 76,785 miles

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear outer brake pad lining looks to be separating from backing but unable to assess properly without dismantling

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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D24 UGD is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D24 UGD, 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 D24 UGD registered?

D24 UGD is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 March 1987.

Is D24 UGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D24 UGD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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