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J357 CVG

1991 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,263 mi
Last recorded75,263 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 1991 Lotus Esprit57,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ357 CVG
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2018 75,263 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 74,719 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 73,464 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 69,198 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 69,181 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 69,023 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 68,229 miles

Outer Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

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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J357 CVG is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J357 CVG, 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 J357 CVG registered?

J357 CVG is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 December 1991.

Is J357 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J357 CVG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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