MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,287 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Drivers side window not working
O/S inner head lamp not working
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J495 BCL is a 1991 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 J495 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.
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How do I check the history of J495 BCL?
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What year was J495 BCL registered?
J495 BCL is a 1991 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 18 September 1991.
Is J495 BCL safe to buy?
The MOT history for J495 BCL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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