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FAH 825T

1979 Lotus Esprit

Black Other 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

32,564 mi
Last recorded32,564 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Lotus Esprit58,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAH 825T
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2019 32,564 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 31,840 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 31,788 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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FAH 825T is a 1979 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 2,200cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 FAH 825T, 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 FAH 825T?

You can check the full history of FAH 825T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FAH 825T registered?

FAH 825T is a 1979 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is FAH 825T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAH 825T shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FAH 825T have outstanding finance?

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