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OON 905X

1982 Lotus Esprit

Red Other 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,787 mi
Last recorded15,787 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Lotus Esprit65,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOON 905X
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2022 15,787 miles
Pass 2 May 2021 15,458 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 114,714 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 113,927 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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OON 905X is a 1982 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OON 905X, 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 OON 905X?

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What year was OON 905X registered?

OON 905X is a 1982 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 4 June 1982.

Is OON 905X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OON 905X 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 OON 905X have outstanding finance?

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