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F305 GWT

1988 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,893 mi
Last recorded30,893 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Lotus Esprit57,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF305 GWT
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2026 30,893 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 28,758 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 28,745 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 28,549 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 28,042 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 27,513 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 26,881 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 26,326 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 25,864 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusted and pitted (3.5.1i)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 24,876 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.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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F305 GWT is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F305 GWT, 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

How do I check the history of F305 GWT?

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What year was F305 GWT registered?

F305 GWT is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 November 1988.

Is F305 GWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F305 GWT shows 10 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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