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1986 LOTUS ESPRIT2.2L Petrol

C308 VLF

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 55,385 miles recorded, this Red 1986 LOTUS ESPRIT runs on Petrol with a 2174cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.

MOT

Expired

Expires 16/07/2026

Tax

No data

Mileage: 55,385
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 1986
Engine: 2174cc

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/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

! Older vehicle

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Finance

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Salvage

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jul 5, 2026, 01:00 AM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1986, this Lotus Esprit with plate C308 VLF has undergone 5 MOT inspections since September 2022.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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