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F123 MLD

1988 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,316 mi
Last recorded14,316 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1988 Lotus Esprit57,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF123 MLD
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 14,316 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 14,296 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 14,249 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 14,232 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 14,177 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 14,139 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 13,990 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 13,822 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 13,812 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 13,564 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 13,544 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 13,195 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 12,602 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 12,090 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 11,186 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 11,119 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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F123 MLD is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 57,107 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 F123 MLD, 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 38 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 F123 MLD registered?

F123 MLD is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 5 August 1988.

Is F123 MLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F123 MLD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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