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HWR 816T

1979 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,014 mi
Last recorded23,014 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Lotus Esprit58,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWR 816T
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 23,014 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 22,953 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 22,863 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 22,661 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 22,154 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 22,087 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 22,071 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 21,752 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 21,575 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 21,205 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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HWR 816T is a 1979 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HWR 816T, 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 HWR 816T?

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What year was HWR 816T registered?

HWR 816T is a 1979 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 21 March 1979.

Is HWR 816T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWR 816T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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