MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,716 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
front tyre cracking
play in front wheel bearigs
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Nearside Front Upper Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
indicators flashing close to allowable limit
play in offside rear suspension/ differential bearing
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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8519 LJ is a 1978 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1978 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 57,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 8519 LJ, 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 48 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of 8519 LJ?
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What year was 8519 LJ registered?
8519 LJ is a 1978 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 13 October 1978.
Is 8519 LJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for 8519 LJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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