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E320 TAH

1988 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

56,187 mi
Last recorded56,187 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Lotus Esprit57,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE320 TAH
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 56,187 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 55,930 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 55,542 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 54,261 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 54,152 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 52,539 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 52,537 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 51,916 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 50,288 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 49,442 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 49,383 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 49,191 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 49,141 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 49,030 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 48,552 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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E320 TAH is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 E320 TAH, 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 E320 TAH?

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What year was E320 TAH registered?

E320 TAH is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 3 March 1988.

Is E320 TAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E320 TAH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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