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EVU 738T

1979 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,513 mi
Last recorded77,513 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 1979 Lotus Esprit58,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVU 738T
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2020 77,513 miles

hazarwarning lamp no warking

Pass 10 May 2019 77,234 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 76,953 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 76,804 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 76,688 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 76,452 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 76,280 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 76,060 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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EVU 738T is a 1979 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 EVU 738T, 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 EVU 738T?

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What year was EVU 738T registered?

EVU 738T is a 1979 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 26 January 1979.

Is EVU 738T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVU 738T shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EVU 738T have outstanding finance?

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