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E16 HAD

1996 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,664 mi
Last recorded24,664 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Lotus Esprit48,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE16 HAD
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 24,664 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 24,664 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 23,958 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 23,146 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 21,624 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 20,670 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 20,057 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 19,055 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 18,724 miles

under-trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2018 18,415 miles

under-trays fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2017 17,214 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 17,045 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 16,337 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 16,337 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 15,726 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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E16 HAD is a 1996 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,465 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 E16 HAD, 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 30 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 E16 HAD registered?

E16 HAD is a 1996 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is E16 HAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E16 HAD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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