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L69 GOE

1994 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,776 mi
Last recorded63,776 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Lotus Esprit60,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL69 GOE
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 63,776 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 63,753 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 63,624 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 63,351 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 63,339 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 63,131 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 62,957 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 62,950 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 62,797 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 62,699 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 62,450 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 62,192 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 61,852 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 61,503 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 60,809 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 59,478 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 58,250 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 56,363 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 55,237 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 55,123 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2006 54,728 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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L69 GOE is a 1994 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 L69 GOE, 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 L69 GOE registered?

L69 GOE is a 1994 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 15 March 1994.

Is L69 GOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L69 GOE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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