MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,797 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
sill covers fitted
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
sill covers fitted
As previous VT32
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
brake pipes corroded
play in steering rack
sill covers and undertrays fitted
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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H97 NJW is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,173cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 H97 NJW, 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 H97 NJW registered?
H97 NJW is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 January 1991.
Is H97 NJW safe to buy?
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