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M75 TVU

1995 Lotus Esprit

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,510 mi
Last recorded38,510 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Lotus Esprit51,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM75 TVU
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 38,510 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 37,429 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 36,263 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 36,225 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 36,023 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 35,685 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 35,681 miles

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 34,990 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 34,980 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 34,592 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 33,718 miles

all inner brakes slightly pitted

Pass 28 Apr 2007 33,430 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 32,169 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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M75 TVU is a 1995 Lotus Esprit in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M75 TVU, 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 M75 TVU?

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What year was M75 TVU registered?

M75 TVU is a 1995 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 3 May 1995.

Is M75 TVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M75 TVU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M75 TVU have outstanding finance?

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