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J494 BCL

1991 Lotus Esprit

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,852 mi
Last recorded34,852 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Lotus Esprit57,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ494 BCL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 34,852 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 34,823 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 34,795 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 34,644 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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J494 BCL is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 J494 BCL, 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

How do I check the history of J494 BCL?

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What year was J494 BCL registered?

J494 BCL is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 18 September 1991.

Is J494 BCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J494 BCL shows 4 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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