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K267 BOF

1993 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

75,833 mi
Last recorded75,833 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Lotus Esprit63,105 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK267 BOF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 75,833 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 74,419 miles

Central Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 73,027 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 69,721 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 65,529 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 63,139 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 60,598 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 59,010 miles

exhaust rattle

Fail 18 Oct 2018 59,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust rattle

Pass 20 Oct 2017 55,295 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 52,635 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 49,644 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 48,477 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 44,286 miles

NSF side marker not working

OSR disc slight pitted on inside surface

Fail 29 Nov 2013 44,239 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

NSF side marker not working

OSR disc slight pitted on inside surface

Pass 23 Nov 2012 40,503 miles

Both rear tyres wearing low.

Slight corrosion on suspension/ braking and steering system componets.

Pass 18 Mar 2011 39,457 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 38,257 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 38,027 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 36,703 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 35,051 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 32,410 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 32,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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K267 BOF is a 1993 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 K267 BOF, 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 K267 BOF registered?

K267 BOF is a 1993 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 5 February 1993.

Is K267 BOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K267 BOF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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