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L88 TUS

2001 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,380 mi
Last recorded31,380 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Lotus Esprit33,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL88 TUS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 31,380 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 31,362 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 31,362 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 30,672 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 30,233 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 29,737 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear service brake application is slightly uneven

Fail 30 Aug 2018 29,737 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Too small (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear service brake application is slightly uneven

Pass 18 Oct 2016 29,665 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 29,545 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 29,426 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 29,287 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 29,177 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 27,920 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 276,448 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 27,273 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 26,672 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 25,783 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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L88 TUS is a 2001 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2001 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 33,900 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 L88 TUS, 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 25 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 L88 TUS registered?

L88 TUS is a 2001 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is L88 TUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L88 TUS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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