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L10 OMH

1996 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,603 mi
Last recorded54,603 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Lotus Esprit48,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL10 OMH
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 May 2014 54,603 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 54,503 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 53,863 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 22 Apr 2011 53,374 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 52,343 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 51,788 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 49,813 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 47,062 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 42,217 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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L10 OMH is a 1996 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,465 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 L10 OMH, 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 30 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 L10 OMH registered?

L10 OMH is a 1996 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is L10 OMH safe to buy?

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