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C92 KJV

1985 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,538 mi
Last recorded23,538 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Lotus Esprit50,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC92 KJV
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2026 23,538 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 23,518 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 23,417 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 23,262 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 23,035 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 22,722 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 22,641 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 22,568 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 22,495 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 22,375 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 22,067 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 21,631 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 21,242 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 20,822 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 20,676 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 20,457 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 20,161 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 19,472 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 19,107 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 18,567 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 17,934 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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C92 KJV is a 1985 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 50,410 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 C92 KJV, 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 41 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C92 KJV?

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What year was C92 KJV registered?

C92 KJV is a 1985 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 23 October 1985.

Is C92 KJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C92 KJV 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.

Does C92 KJV have outstanding finance?

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