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G28 VHD

1990 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,760 mi
Last recorded5,760 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2010
Typical for 1990 Lotus Esprit58,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG28 VHD
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2010 5,760 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 3,917 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 2,246 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 900 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 97,379 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 96,777 miles

O/S/Rear wheel/brake binding slightly

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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G28 VHD is a 1990 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 G28 VHD, 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 G28 VHD registered?

G28 VHD is a 1990 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G28 VHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G28 VHD shows 6 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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