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RHZ 770

1981 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,088 mi
Last recorded51,088 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Lotus Esprit54,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHZ 770
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 51,088 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 45,702 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 42,769 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 42,540 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 42,470 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 42,317 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 42,263 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 42,240 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 42,097 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 42,064 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 42,027 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 41,761 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 41,310 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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RHZ 770 is a 1981 Lotus Esprit in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 RHZ 770, 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

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What year was RHZ 770 registered?

RHZ 770 is a 1981 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 14 September 1981.

Is RHZ 770 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHZ 770 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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