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E9 PRT

1993 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

88,900 mi
Last recorded88,900 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Lotus Esprit63,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE9 PRT
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 88,900 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 88,616 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 88,061 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 86,407 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 84,523 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 84,523 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 82,249 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 80,778 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 78,202 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 76,390 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 76,362 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 76,819 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 76,819 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 75,951 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 74,122 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 71,649 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 71,649 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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E9 PRT is a 1993 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1993 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 63,105 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E9 PRT, 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 33 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 E9 PRT?

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What year was E9 PRT registered?

E9 PRT is a 1993 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 13 September 1993.

Is E9 PRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E9 PRT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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