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SIJ 3161

1989 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,183 mi
Last recorded34,183 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 1989 Lotus Esprit54,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIJ 3161
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 34,183 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 34,183 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 33,151 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 32,048 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 31,278 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 30,355 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 30,355 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 27,990 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 26,393 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 25,183 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 24,103 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 20,194 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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SIJ 3161 is a 1989 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 54,649 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 SIJ 3161, 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 37 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 SIJ 3161 registered?

SIJ 3161 is a 1989 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 18 August 1989.

Is SIJ 3161 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIJ 3161 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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