1985 Lotus Esprit 2.2L Petrol · B734 FOG
1985 Lotus Esprit (2.2L, petrol). First registered 25 Mar 1985. Recorded mileage 58,854 miles. MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- LOTUS ESPRIT
- Year / Origin
- 1985 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,854 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B734 FOG Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/11/2024
- 58,854 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
B734 FOG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Lotus Esprit (B734 FOG) between November 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
B734 FOG Mileage History
- 17/11/202258,770 mi
- 19/10/202358,812 mi+42 mi
- 22/11/202458,854 mi+42 mi
Average of roughly 42 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lotus Lotus Esprit (S4 & V8)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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