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NSC 938X

1982 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,331 mi
Last recorded40,331 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1982 Lotus Esprit65,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSC 938X
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 40,331 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 39,584 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 39,584 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 May 2017 38,989 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 38,557 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 37,677 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 36,865 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 36,594 miles

h/brake low both sides

Pass 22 Apr 2010 36,078 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 35,431 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 34,990 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 33,097 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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NSC 938X is a 1982 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1982 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 65,545 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 NSC 938X, 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 44 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 NSC 938X?

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What year was NSC 938X registered?

NSC 938X is a 1982 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 13 September 1982.

Is NSC 938X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSC 938X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NSC 938X have outstanding finance?

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