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PAP 8R

1995 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,117 mi
Last recorded29,117 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Lotus Esprit51,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAP 8R
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 29,117 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant slowing coming out water pump/hose joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 29,094 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 29,070 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak+staining on front and rear coolant hoses (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 28,997 miles

Coolant staining and build up around coolant pipe

Oil leak, but not excessive Coming from driveshaft area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 28,959 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 28,929 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 28,909 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 28,884 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 28,846 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 28,775 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 28,770 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 28,704 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 28,860 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 28,438 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 28,418 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 28,387 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 28,172 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 28,172 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 28,015 miles

rear pads near limit

Pass 20 Mar 2008 28,004 miles

n/s and o/s rear pads near limit

Pass 4 Apr 2007 27,797 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 27,682 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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PAP 8R is a 1995 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 PAP 8R, 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 PAP 8R registered?

PAP 8R is a 1995 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 10 February 1995.

Is PAP 8R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAP 8R shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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