The road tax status for B480 XBU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for B480 XBU?

The MOT for B480 XBU is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of B480 XBU?

The recorded mileage for B480 XBU is 34,639 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is B480 XBU ULEZ compliant?

No, B480 XBU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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1985 Lotus Esprit 2.2L Petrol · B480 XBU

B480 XBU

1985 Lotus Esprit (2.2L, petrol). First registered 01/02/1985. Recorded mileage 34,639 miles. MOT valid until 02/03/2027.

Make & Model: LOTUS ESPRIT
Year / Origin: 1985 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 02/03/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 34,639 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 34,639 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1985
Engine: 2174cc

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B480 XBU Key Findings

19 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
34,639 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (24 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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B480 XBU Mileage History

13/07/200627,220 mi
14/07/200727,547 mi+327 mi
17/07/200827,972 mi+425 mi
23/07/200827,975 mi+3 mi
06/07/200929,074 mi+1,099 mi
07/07/200929,076 mi+2 mi
20/07/201029,133 mi+57 mi
18/07/201129,187 mi+54 mi
19/07/201129,190 mi+3 mi
16/07/201229,296 mi+106 mi
16/07/201229,296 mi
08/10/201329,313 mi+17 mi
15/10/201329,317 mi+4 mi
09/09/201633,548 mi+4,231 mi
20/09/201633,559 mi+11 mi
16/09/201734,076 mi+517 mi
24/04/201934,338 mi+262 mi
13/05/201934,347 mi+9 mi
03/03/202634,639 mi+292 mi

Average of roughly 378 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

B480 XBU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 16:31

MOT Analysis

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19 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Lotus Esprit (B480 XBU) between July 2006 and March 2026.

The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 03 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (24 issues), Steering (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)”.

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