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J219 OFC

1991 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,336 mi
Last recorded19,336 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2012
Typical for 1991 Lotus Esprit57,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ219 OFC
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2012 19,336 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 16,890 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 16,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,825 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 16,671 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 15,907 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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J219 OFC is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J219 OFC, 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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How do I check the history of J219 OFC?

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What year was J219 OFC registered?

J219 OFC is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 18 December 1991.

Is J219 OFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J219 OFC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J219 OFC have outstanding finance?

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