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E1 VRN

1988 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,315 mi
Last recorded25,315 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 1988 Lotus Esprit57,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE1 VRN
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 May 2022 25,315 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 25,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 24,792 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 24,784 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 24,624 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 24,277 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 23,905 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 22,562 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 21,333 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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E1 VRN is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 57,107 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 E1 VRN, 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 38 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E1 VRN?

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What year was E1 VRN registered?

E1 VRN is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is E1 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E1 VRN shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E1 VRN have outstanding finance?

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