MOT Status
ValidMileage
78,087 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Parking brake efficiency just met the minimum requirement
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay`
Undertrays covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay and underneath the Vehicle
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
nearside mirror damaged
Nearside door mirror
Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
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E11 GRA is a 1989 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 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 E11 GRA, 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 E11 GRA?
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What year was E11 GRA registered?
E11 GRA is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1989.
Is E11 GRA safe to buy?
The MOT history for E11 GRA 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.
Does E11 GRA have outstanding finance?
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