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E324 TAH

1988 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

89,153 mi
Last recorded89,153 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 Lotus Esprit57,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE324 TAH
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 89,153 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 89,133 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 87,871 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 86,496 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 85,634 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both fuel cap sealing washers starting to deteriorate

Fail 6 Jul 2017 85,633 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both fuel cap sealing washers starting to deteriorate

Pass 7 May 2016 83,213 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 82,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 81,480 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 80,568 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 80,189 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 80,184 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 80,179 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 80,173 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 80,161 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 80,153 miles

coolant leaking

nail in tyre

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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E324 TAH is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 E324 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

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What year was E324 TAH registered?

E324 TAH is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is E324 TAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E324 TAH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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