MOT Status
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33,244 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PPW 690W is a 1981 Lotus Esprit in Gold with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1981 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 54,457 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 PPW 690W, 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 45 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 PPW 690W?
You can check the full history of PPW 690W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was PPW 690W registered?
PPW 690W is a 1981 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 June 1981.
Is PPW 690W safe to buy?
The MOT history for PPW 690W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does PPW 690W have outstanding finance?
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