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H232 KMJ

1989 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

21,725 mi
Last recorded21,725 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH232 KMJ
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 21,725 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 21,458 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 21,458 miles

Brake pedal pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed engine misfiring & coolant leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 21,338 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 21,289 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 21,103 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 20,701 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 20,505 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 20,172 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 19,967 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 19,776 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 19,424 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 19,185 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 18,806 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 18,302 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 15,556 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 14,684 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 13,859 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 12,142 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 10,522 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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H232 KMJ is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 H232 KMJ, 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 H232 KMJ registered?

H232 KMJ is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is H232 KMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H232 KMJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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