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CRD 789V

1979 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,393 mi
Last recorded76,393 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 Lotus Esprit58,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRD 789V
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2017 76,393 miles

offside front tyre worn on the inside edge

Pass 29 Jun 2015 76,116 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre wearing slightly on the inside edge

Pass 4 Mar 2014 71,180 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 65,695 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 63,298 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 60,833 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

screen damaged in swept area but not affecting drivers view of road

Pass 21 Dec 2009 60,173 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 58,805 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 57,945 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 57,289 miles

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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CRD 789V is a 1979 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 58,403 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 CRD 789V, 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 47 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 CRD 789V?

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What year was CRD 789V registered?

CRD 789V is a 1979 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 7 September 1979.

Is CRD 789V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRD 789V shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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