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G10 TOS

1990 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,992 mi
Last recorded6,992 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1990 Lotus Esprit58,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG10 TOS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2018 6,992 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 8,992 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 6,992 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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G10 TOS is a 1990 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 58,588 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G10 TOS, 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 36 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 G10 TOS registered?

G10 TOS is a 1990 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 25 October 1990.

Is G10 TOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G10 TOS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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