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G367 XRG

1989 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,812 mi
Last recorded59,812 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG367 XRG
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 59,812 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2021 59,810 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 59,029 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front mounts perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm bushes perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 59,024 miles

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm bushes perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 10 Aug 2016 58,976 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 58,116 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 57,573 miles

n/s/r wheel binding

Pass 8 Aug 2008 57,293 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 55,145 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 55,145 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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G367 XRG is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G367 XRG, 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 G367 XRG registered?

G367 XRG is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 16 August 1989.

Is G367 XRG safe to buy?

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