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F33 YHB

1988 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

53,737 mi
Last recorded53,737 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1988 Lotus Esprit57,107 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF33 YHB
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 53,737 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 53,510 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 152,557 miles

Front 195 / 60 / 15 tyres fitted

Rear 235 / 60 / 15 tyres fitted

Underbody covers fitted

Pass 20 May 2015 151,371 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 151,154 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 50,866 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 150,530 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 49,413 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 49,116 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 49,116 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 147,818 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2007 47,061 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 45,989 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 44,170 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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F33 YHB is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 F33 YHB, 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.

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What year was F33 YHB registered?

F33 YHB is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 5 August 1988.

Is F33 YHB safe to buy?

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