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M55 ADD

1995 Lotus Esprit

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,451 mi
Last recorded67,451 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 1995 Lotus Esprit51,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 ADD
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2017 67,451 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 67,398 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 67,391 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 66,996 miles

brakes tested by tapley meter due to vehicle ride height

Pass 23 Feb 2013 65,201 miles

brakes tested by tapley

front metal brake pipes starting to corrode

front to rear PAS metal pipes corroding

Pass 11 Feb 2012 64,005 miles

oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2011 61,640 miles

brakes tested by tapley meter

hand brake travel geting long

Pass 25 Feb 2010 59,429 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 57,108 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 51,335 miles

headlamps have corroded reflectors.

Pass 11 Sep 2006 55,004 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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M55 ADD is a 1995 Lotus Esprit in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M55 ADD, 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

How do I check the history of M55 ADD?

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What year was M55 ADD registered?

M55 ADD is a 1995 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 28 June 1995.

Is M55 ADD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 ADD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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