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R838 GHO

1998 Lotus Esprit

Yellow Petrol 1974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

59,529 mi
Last recorded59,529 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR838 GHO
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,974cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 59,529 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 58,300 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 57,347 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 56,066 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 54,378 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 53,859 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 52,924 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 52,924 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 50,752 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 48,226 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 45,368 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 40,883 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 40,883 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 37,627 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 33,696 miles

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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R838 GHO is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Yellow with a 1,974cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,579 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 R838 GHO, 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 28 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 R838 GHO registered?

R838 GHO is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R838 GHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R838 GHO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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