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J454 LLL

1991 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2173cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,634 mi
Last recorded36,634 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Lotus Esprit57,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ454 LLL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,173cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 36,634 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 springs rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 34,323 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 33,041 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 31,867 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 30,460 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 30,459 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 29,116 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 27,904 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 26,617 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 24,909 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 22,478 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 19,467 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 16,418 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 13,159 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 9,678 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 5,826 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 2,047 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 97,178 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 93,013 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 88,746 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 82,509 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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J454 LLL is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,173cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J454 LLL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J454 LLL registered?

J454 LLL is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 24 December 1991.

Is J454 LLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J454 LLL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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