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E940 NVF

1987 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,056 mi
Last recorded42,056 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE940 NVF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 42,056 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 41,513 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 41,121 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 40,499 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 40,159 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 39,742 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 39,497 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 39,067 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 38,744 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 38,449 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 38,013 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 37,639 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 37,303 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 36,948 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 36,583 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 36,233 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 35,677 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 35,132 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 34,583 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 33,925 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 33,507 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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E940 NVF 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 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 E940 NVF, 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

How do I check the history of E940 NVF?

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What year was E940 NVF registered?

E940 NVF is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E940 NVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E940 NVF shows 21 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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