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H10 SEM

1993 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,616 mi
Last recorded62,616 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Lotus Esprit63,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH10 SEM
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 62,616 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 62,616 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 62,562 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 65,517 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 62,438 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 62,225 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 62,102 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 62,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 61,976 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 61,830 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 61,780 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 61,445 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 61,258 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 61,034 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 60,751 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 60,431 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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H10 SEM is a 1993 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1993 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 63,105 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 H10 SEM, 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 33 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 H10 SEM registered?

H10 SEM is a 1993 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 7 March 1993.

Is H10 SEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H10 SEM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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