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E121 NWK

1987 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,402 mi
Last recorded49,402 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE121 NWK
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 May 2018 49,402 miles
Pass 24 May 2009 49,348 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2008 49,335 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2007 49,294 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2005 49,267 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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E121 NWK is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 E121 NWK, 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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How do I check the history of E121 NWK?

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What year was E121 NWK registered?

E121 NWK is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 30 November 1987.

Is E121 NWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E121 NWK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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