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RIB 5882

1994 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,002 mi
Last recorded58,002 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Lotus Esprit60,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIB 5882
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 58,002 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 57,743 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 57,701 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 57,280 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both/slight (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 56,884 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 56,335 miles

FRONT TYRE SIDE WALL PERISHED

Pass 11 Apr 2014 55,312 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 55,266 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 1 May 2013 54,150 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 53,999 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 53,900 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 53,400 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 52,900 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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RIB 5882 is a 1994 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RIB 5882, 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 RIB 5882 registered?

RIB 5882 is a 1994 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is RIB 5882 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIB 5882 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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