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F562 UPB

1989 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

81,375 mi
Last recorded81,375 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF562 UPB
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 81,375 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 80,840 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 80,333 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 78,936 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 77,489 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 77,307 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 77,183 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 76,805 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 76,791 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 76,423 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 76,056 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 75,508 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 74,976 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 74,244 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 74,244 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 73,730 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 73,407 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 73,407 miles

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 72,584 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 71,169 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 70,214 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 69,417 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 69,021 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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F562 UPB is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 F562 UPB, 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

How do I check the history of F562 UPB?

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What year was F562 UPB registered?

F562 UPB is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 5 April 1989.

Is F562 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F562 UPB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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