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G122 RRN

1989 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,327 mi
Last recorded86,327 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG122 RRN
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 86,327 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 86,322 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 86,289 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside & offside steering rack has slight wear

Fail 18 Aug 2008 86,278 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside & offside steering rack has slight wear

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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G122 RRN is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 G122 RRN, 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.

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What year was G122 RRN registered?

G122 RRN is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G122 RRN safe to buy?

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