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F21 VEL

1989 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,220 mi
Last recorded13,220 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2010
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF21 VEL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2010 13,220 miles

near side handbrake reading lower than off side requires futher investigation

Pass 28 Apr 2009 12,248 miles

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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F21 VEL is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F21 VEL, 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

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What year was F21 VEL registered?

F21 VEL is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F21 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F21 VEL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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