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G310 TUS

1998 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,120 mi
Last recorded6,120 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG310 TUS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 6,120 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 4,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 3,973 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 1,719 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 16,105 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2014 1,102 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 713 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 629 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 56 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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G310 TUS is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,579 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 G310 TUS, 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 28 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 G310 TUS registered?

G310 TUS is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 5 November 1998.

Is G310 TUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G310 TUS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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