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A8 EJS

2022 Lotus Esprit

Grey Petrol 890cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,262 mi
Last recorded19,262 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 EJS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year2022
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine890cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2025 19,262 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 14,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 89,414 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 89,012 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 88,841 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 88,772 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 88,750 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 88,307 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 86,971 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 85,668 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 84,764 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 84,040 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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A8 EJS is a 2022 Lotus Esprit in Grey with a 890cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A8 EJS, 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 4 years old, this Lotus Esprit is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A8 EJS registered?

A8 EJS is a 2022 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 3 March 2022.

Is A8 EJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 EJS shows 12 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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