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J88 ESP

1998 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

56,918 mi
Last recorded56,918 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 ESP
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 56,918 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 56,640 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 56,526 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 55,998 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 55,894 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 55,672 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 55,491 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 54,878 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 54,456 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 53,784 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 52,579 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 51,909 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 51,698 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 51,518 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 50,728 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 50,720 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 50,352 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 50,111 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 48,616 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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J88 ESP is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,579 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 J88 ESP, 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 28 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 J88 ESP?

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What year was J88 ESP registered?

J88 ESP is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 9 November 1998.

Is J88 ESP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 ESP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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