The road tax status for C865 CCL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for C865 CCL?

The MOT for C865 CCL is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of C865 CCL?

The recorded mileage for C865 CCL is 86,313 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is C865 CCL ULEZ compliant?

No, C865 CCL 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

1985 Lotus Esprit 2.2L Petrol · C865 CCL

C865 CCL

1985 Lotus Esprit (2.2L, petrol). First registered 05/07/1985. Recorded mileage 86,313 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: LOTUS ESPRIT
Year / Origin: 1985 · Cardiff
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 08/09/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 86,313 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 08/09/2026

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Mileage: 86,313 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1985
Engine: 2174cc

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C865 CCL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/09/2025
86,313 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

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C865 CCL Mileage History

23/08/202385,059 mi
23/08/202385,059 mi
13/08/202485,686 mi+627 mi
03/09/202586,309 mi+623 mi
04/09/202586,313 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 616 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

C865 CCL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Jul 2026, 03:14

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Lotus Esprit (C865 CCL) between August 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 04 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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: “Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.

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