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G950 EOV

1989 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

65,250 mi
Last recorded65,250 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG950 EOV
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 65,250 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 63,869 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 62,369 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 61,427 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 60,658 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 60,285 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 58,677 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 57,288 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 55,421 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 53,645 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 52,102 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 50,667 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 49,157 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 47,753 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 46,051 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 43,965 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 41,859 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 39,742 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 37,899 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 35,665 miles

Nearside Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 35,665 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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G950 EOV is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 G950 EOV, 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

How do I check the history of G950 EOV?

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What year was G950 EOV registered?

G950 EOV is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G950 EOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G950 EOV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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