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K283 GFL

1992 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,467 mi
Last recorded75,467 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2009
Typical for 1992 Lotus Esprit72,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK283 GFL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2009 75,467 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2007 74,266 miles

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

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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K283 GFL is a 1992 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K283 GFL, 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 K283 GFL registered?

K283 GFL is a 1992 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 14 August 1992.

Is K283 GFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K283 GFL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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