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STJ 115

1994 Lotus Esprit

Orange Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,561 mi
Last recorded70,561 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 1994 Lotus Esprit60,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTJ 115
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1994
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2014 70,561 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 70,195 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 67,254 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 63,463 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 59,709 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 55,482 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 55,440 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 10 May 2008 51,172 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 47,758 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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STJ 115 is a 1994 Lotus Esprit in Orange with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 STJ 115, 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 STJ 115 registered?

STJ 115 is a 1994 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 12 March 1994.

Is STJ 115 safe to buy?

The MOT history for STJ 115 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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