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H633 VCL

1991 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,528 mi
Last recorded82,528 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 1991 Lotus Esprit57,076 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH633 VCL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 82,528 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 82,395 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 82,018 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 81,613 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 81,433 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 81,433 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 81,201 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 80,885 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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H633 VCL is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H633 VCL, 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.

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What year was H633 VCL registered?

H633 VCL is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 June 1991.

Is H633 VCL safe to buy?

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