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LOT 79T

1979 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,837 mi
Last recorded89,837 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2021
Typical for 1979 Lotus Esprit58,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOT 79T
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2021 89,837 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 89,763 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 89,578 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 89,513 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 89,357 miles

Front lower wishbone bushes deteriorating

Fail 12 Apr 2017 89,356 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front lower wishbone bushes deteriorating

Pass 7 Mar 2016 88,454 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 87,091 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 86,274 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 85,380 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 85,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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LOT 79T is a 1979 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LOT 79T, 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 LOT 79T?

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What year was LOT 79T registered?

LOT 79T is a 1979 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is LOT 79T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOT 79T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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