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MAJ 3

1987 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,891 mi
Last recorded19,891 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 1987 Lotus Esprit48,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAJ 3
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 19,891 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all brake discs pitted been stood

Fail 24 Sep 2013 19,891 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all brake discs pitted been stood

Pass 27 Jun 2012 19,874 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 19,856 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 19,380 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 19,725 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 19,719 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 19,714 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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MAJ 3 is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 48,573 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MAJ 3, 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 39 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MAJ 3 registered?

MAJ 3 is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 17 March 1987.

Is MAJ 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAJ 3 shows 8 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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