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H4 FOG

1995 Lotus Esprit

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,782 mi
Last recorded84,782 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Lotus Esprit51,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH4 FOG
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 84,782 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 83,739 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 83,138 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 82,807 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 82,667 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 82,659 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 82,590 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 79,031 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 78,656 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 75,911 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 72,768 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 71,165 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Feb 2014 69,488 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 66,978 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 64,639 miles

light corrosion to all metal brake pipes and flexible brake pipe furrels

Pass 14 Feb 2011 62,033 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 59,454 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 56,942 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 54,159 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 51,083 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 46,306 miles

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

corrosion around and on front suspension

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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H4 FOG is a 1995 Lotus Esprit in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 51,286 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 H4 FOG, 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 31 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 H4 FOG registered?

H4 FOG is a 1995 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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