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C100 MAL

1993 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,071 mi
Last recorded61,071 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Lotus Esprit63,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC100 MAL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2026 61,071 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 59,007 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 58,800 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 57,992 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 56,005 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 55,501 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 53,871 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 52,785 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 50,830 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 50,702 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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C100 MAL is a 1993 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 63,105 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 C100 MAL, 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 33 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 C100 MAL?

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What year was C100 MAL registered?

C100 MAL is a 1993 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 4 August 1993.

Is C100 MAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C100 MAL shows 10 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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