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K144 CNF

1992 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,878 mi
Last recorded69,878 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 1992 Lotus Esprit72,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK144 CNF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 69,878 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 69,559 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 69,489 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 68,938 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 67,875 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 67,340 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 66,052 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 65,288 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 85,266 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 64,578 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 9 Apr 2010 64,559 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Jan 2010 64,499 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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K144 CNF is a 1992 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 72,048 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 K144 CNF, 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 34 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 K144 CNF registered?

K144 CNF is a 1992 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 4 December 1992.

Is K144 CNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K144 CNF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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