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E10 TUS

1994 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

22,332 mi
Last recorded22,332 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 1994 Lotus Esprit60,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE10 TUS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 22,332 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 22,147 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 22,082 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 21,874 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 21,714 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 21,469 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 21,452 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 21,284 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 21,002 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 20,885 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 19,873 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 19,426 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 18,495 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 15,673 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 13,433 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 13,429 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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E10 TUS is a 1994 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1994 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 60,102 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 E10 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 32 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E10 TUS registered?

E10 TUS is a 1994 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 August 1994.

Is E10 TUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E10 TUS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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