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D724 FYK

1987 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,573 mi
Last recorded69,573 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD724 FYK
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 69,573 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 68,801 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 68,229 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 68,015 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 67,354 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 67,354 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 66,517 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 66,515 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

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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D724 FYK is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 D724 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.

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What year was D724 FYK registered?

D724 FYK is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 22 May 1987.

Is D724 FYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D724 FYK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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