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HVW 664T

1978 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,504 mi
Last recorded55,504 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 Lotus Esprit57,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVW 664T
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2017 55,504 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 55,185 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 54,985 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 54,627 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 53,757 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 4 May 2012 53,341 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 53,057 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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HVW 664T is a 1978 Lotus Esprit in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HVW 664T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HVW 664T?

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What year was HVW 664T registered?

HVW 664T is a 1978 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 9 August 1978.

Is HVW 664T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVW 664T shows 7 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 HVW 664T have outstanding finance?

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