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HIW 4150

1994 Lotus Esprit

Yellow Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,254 mi
Last recorded77,254 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 1994 Lotus Esprit60,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIW 4150
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 77,254 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Aug 2016 77,252 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 76,846 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 76,488 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 76,488 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 72,440 miles

o/s front brake flex marked

Fail 11 Jun 2010 72,440 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s front brake flex marked

Fail 22 May 2009 72,124 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 72,124 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 71,763 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 71,593 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 71,287 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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HIW 4150 is a 1994 Lotus Esprit in Yellow with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 60,102 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HIW 4150, 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 32 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 HIW 4150 registered?

HIW 4150 is a 1994 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 21 March 1994.

Is HIW 4150 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIW 4150 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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