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D706 FYK

1987 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

54,765 mi
Last recorded54,765 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD706 FYK
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 54,765 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 52,279 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 51,076 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 50,745 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 50,329 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 50,321 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 50,245 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 49,872 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 48,573 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 47,403 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 47,403 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 47,074 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 46,950 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 46,949 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 46,406 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 46,040 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 45,835 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 45,173 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 44,220 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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D706 FYK is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 D706 FYK, 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 D706 FYK registered?

D706 FYK is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 15 May 1987.

Is D706 FYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D706 FYK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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