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E377 GLD

1987 Lotus Esprit

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,858 mi
Last recorded32,858 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE377 GLD
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2022 32,858 miles

Fuel lines slightly deteriorated, pump area

Pass 23 Sep 2021 29,485 miles

Fuel lines slightly deteriorated, pump area

Pass 25 Jul 2019 27,591 miles

Fuel lines slightly deteriorated, fuel pump area

Pass 17 Jul 2018 24,535 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 21,058 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 18,891 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 18,149 miles

both fuel tank cap seals perished

slight play in nsf track rod

Pass 29 Jul 2014 15,312 miles

both fuel cap seals perished

Pass 1 Aug 2013 11,554 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 11,291 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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E377 GLD is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E377 GLD, 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 E377 GLD registered?

E377 GLD is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 22 October 1987.

Is E377 GLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E377 GLD shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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