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M419 LPB

1995 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,180 mi
Last recorded31,180 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2018
Typical for 1995 Lotus Esprit51,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM419 LPB
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2018 31,180 miles
Pass 21 May 2017 31,179 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 31,162 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 31,162 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 31,159 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 30,885 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 30,691 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 30,631 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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M419 LPB is a 1995 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 51,286 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 M419 LPB, 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 31 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 M419 LPB registered?

M419 LPB is a 1995 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 25 April 1995.

Is M419 LPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M419 LPB shows 8 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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