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C16 TUS

1989 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,314 mi
Last recorded56,314 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC16 TUS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 56,314 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 55,822 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 55,587 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 55,268 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 54,914 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 54,548 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 54,197 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 53,659 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 53,263 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 52,772 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 52,329 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 51,823 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 51,347 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 50,915 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 50,351 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 49,843 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 49,442 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 48,842 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 48,563 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 47,848 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 46,506 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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C16 TUS is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 54,649 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 C16 TUS, 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 37 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 C16 TUS?

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What year was C16 TUS registered?

C16 TUS is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 7 July 1989.

Is C16 TUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C16 TUS shows 21 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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