MOT Status
Mileage
74,557 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Stop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Central (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F140 MLD is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
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 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 F140 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 F140 MLD registered?
F140 MLD is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 24 August 1988.
Is F140 MLD safe to buy?
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