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CPC 884Y

1982 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

61,307 mi
Last recorded61,307 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1982 Lotus Esprit65,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPC 884Y
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 61,307 miles

parking brake force efficiencies low at 18% adjustment or repair may be necessary

Pass 22 Feb 2008 59,085 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 59,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 56,896 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 56,877 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?

Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 624
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 464
brake binding 455
parking brake recording little or no effort 332
Headlamp aim too low 326
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CPC 884Y is a 1982 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 65,545 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CPC 884Y, 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 44 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CPC 884Y?

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What year was CPC 884Y registered?

CPC 884Y is a 1982 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is CPC 884Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPC 884Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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