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G161 APF

1989 Lotus Esprit

Grey Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

74,648 mi
Last recorded74,648 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG161 APF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 74,648 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 74,043 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 74,006 miles

Offside Front headlight lens damaged

Pass 30 Mar 2016 72,825 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 71,334 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 71,045 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 67,944 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear disc's pitted

Pass 28 Aug 2009 63,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 62,522 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 62,522 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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G161 APF is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in Grey with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G161 APF, 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

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What year was G161 APF registered?

G161 APF is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G161 APF safe to buy?

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