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H2 TED

1991 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

16,820 mi
Last recorded16,820 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Lotus Esprit57,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH2 TED
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 16,820 miles

Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 May 2025 16,803 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 16,769 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 16,742 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 16,705 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 16,673 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 16,770 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 16,652 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 16,641 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,636 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 16,595 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 16,561 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 16,542 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 16,530 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 16,495 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 16,456 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 16,381 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 16,228 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 16,073 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 16,062 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2007 16,010 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 159,266 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 15,911 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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H2 TED is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 57,076 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 H2 TED, 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 35 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 H2 TED registered?

H2 TED is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 February 1991.

Is H2 TED safe to buy?

The MOT history for H2 TED shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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