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F735 HTV

1989 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,553 mi
Last recorded41,553 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF735 HTV
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 41,553 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 41,434 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 41,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

steering rack worn

Pass 28 Jul 2022 41,355 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 41,086 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 40,836 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 40,405 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 39,793 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 39,511 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 39,189 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 38,502 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 37,982 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 37,709 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,465 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 37,072 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 36,717 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 36,482 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 35,979 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 35,475 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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F735 HTV is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 F735 HTV, 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 F735 HTV?

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What year was F735 HTV registered?

F735 HTV is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 28 February 1989.

Is F735 HTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F735 HTV shows 19 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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