MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,317 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D496 ENH is a 1986 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.
Across all 1986 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 53,759 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 D496 ENH, 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 40 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of D496 ENH?
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What year was D496 ENH registered?
D496 ENH is a 1986 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 24 November 1986.
Is D496 ENH safe to buy?
The MOT history for D496 ENH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does D496 ENH have outstanding finance?
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