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G88 OYS

1989 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,733 mi
Last recorded21,733 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG88 OYS
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 21,733 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 20,638 miles
Fail 8 May 2025 20,637 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 20,515 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 20,283 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 19,785 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 18,857 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 17,535 miles

Nearside dipped beam lens cracked

Pass 8 Apr 2009 16,952 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 15,011 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 14,996 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 14,870 miles

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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G88 OYS is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G88 OYS, 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 G88 OYS registered?

G88 OYS is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G88 OYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G88 OYS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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