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RAZ 9869

1988 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

69,754 mi
Last recorded69,754 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Lotus Esprit57,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAZ 9869
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 69,754 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 69,589 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 69,581 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 69,426 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 69,281 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 69,274 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 69,262 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 69,133 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 68,923 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 68,881 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 68,881 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 68,855 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 68,576 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 68,430 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 May 2009 68,035 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 67,413 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 67,412 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 66,798 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 65,581 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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RAZ 9869 is a 1988 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 57,107 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 RAZ 9869, 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 38 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RAZ 9869?

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What year was RAZ 9869 registered?

RAZ 9869 is a 1988 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 16 September 1988.

Is RAZ 9869 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAZ 9869 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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