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N913 JTM

1996 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,785 mi
Last recorded42,785 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Lotus Esprit48,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN913 JTM
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 42,785 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 42,602 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 42,108 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 42,108 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2017 42,049 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 41,013 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 39,817 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 38,744 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 37,982 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Apr 2013 37,898 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 35,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Washer jets providing small amount of fluid onto screen

Pass 4 Mar 2011 34,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2011 34,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 32,046 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 32,020 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 28,745 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 23,299 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 19,521 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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N913 JTM is a 1996 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 N913 JTM, 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 N913 JTM registered?

N913 JTM is a 1996 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is N913 JTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N913 JTM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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