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M2 GER

1996 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,698 mi
Last recorded72,698 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2014
Typical for 1996 Lotus Esprit48,465 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 GER
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2014 72,698 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 70,730 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 63,837 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs slight lip

Pass 27 Apr 2009 55,176 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 44,212 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 44,212 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

nearside rear shock slight leak

offside front shock slight leak

Pass 2 Apr 2007 36,682 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 34,416 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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M2 GER is a 1996 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M2 GER, 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 M2 GER registered?

M2 GER is a 1996 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is M2 GER safe to buy?

The MOT history for M2 GER shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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