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R779 TBL

1998 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,540 mi
Last recorded19,540 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Lotus Esprit48,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 TBL
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2010 19,540 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 686 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 44 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 27 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R779 TBL is a 1998 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R779 TBL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R779 TBL?

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What year was R779 TBL registered?

R779 TBL is a 1998 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R779 TBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R779 TBL 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 R779 TBL have outstanding finance?

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