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E322 PEX

1987 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

84,720 mi
Last recorded84,720 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE322 PEX
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 84,720 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 84,441 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 84,122 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 83,753 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 83,610 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 83,347 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 83,099 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 82,859 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 82,578 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 82,320 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 82,164 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 82,032 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 82,032 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 81,985 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 81,899 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 81,717 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 81,567 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 81,381 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 81,097 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 80,511 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 78,920 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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E322 PEX is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 E322 PEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E322 PEX registered?

E322 PEX is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 24 September 1987.

Is E322 PEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E322 PEX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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