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G457 TRR

1989 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,429 mi
Last recorded69,429 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG457 TRR
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2016 69,429 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 69,305 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 89,265 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 68,800 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 67,983 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 67,436 miles

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

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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G457 TRR is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G457 TRR, 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 G457 TRR registered?

G457 TRR is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 2 August 1989.

Is G457 TRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G457 TRR 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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