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LCL 854V

1980 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,308 mi
Last recorded60,308 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2012
Typical for 1980 Lotus Esprit50,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCL 854V
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2012 60,308 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 60,177 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 59,792 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 58,435 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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LCL 854V is a 1980 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LCL 854V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LCL 854V?

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What year was LCL 854V registered?

LCL 854V is a 1980 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is LCL 854V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCL 854V shows 4 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 LCL 854V have outstanding finance?

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