MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,905 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Coolant leak
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Oil leak
Coolant leak
Oil leak
Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KNN 311V is a 1980 Lotus Esprit in Gold with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1980 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,322 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 KNN 311V, 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 46 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of KNN 311V?
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What year was KNN 311V registered?
KNN 311V is a 1980 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 18 January 1980.
Is KNN 311V safe to buy?
The MOT history for KNN 311V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does KNN 311V have outstanding finance?
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