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WSU 132

1990 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,896 mi
Last recorded91,896 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 1990 Lotus Esprit58,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 132
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 91,896 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 91,761 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 91,537 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 91,046 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 90,741 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 90,716 miles

gearbox oil leak

rear tyre tread low

slave cylinder leaking

Fail 26 Apr 2017 90,716 miles

slave cylinder leaking

rear tyre tread low

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2016 90,485 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 90,404 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 90,404 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 90,178 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 90,178 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 89,990 miles

oil leak.

Pass 23 Apr 2012 89,960 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 89,956 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 89,849 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 89,758 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 89,701 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 89,360 miles

rear pads wearing low

slight play in steering rack inner joint

Pass 2 Oct 2006 38,483 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 38,483 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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WSU 132 is a 1990 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1990 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 58,588 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WSU 132, 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 36 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 WSU 132?

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What year was WSU 132 registered?

WSU 132 is a 1990 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 10 August 1990.

Is WSU 132 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 132 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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