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R770 WAW

1998 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 1974cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

25,938 mi
Last recorded25,938 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR770 WAW
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,974cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 25,938 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 25,936 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 25,935 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 25,935 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 25,932 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 25,886 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 25,825 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 25,214 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 24,740 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 23,185 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 23,166 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 21,208 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 20,895 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 20,323 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 20,292 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake discs corroding on inner face both sides advise

Pass 9 Dec 2010 19,347 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 19,347 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 17,963 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 16,756 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 16,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 16,127 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 16,127 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2006 14,259 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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R770 WAW is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 1,974cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1998 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,579 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 R770 WAW, 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 28 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R770 WAW registered?

R770 WAW is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R770 WAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R770 WAW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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