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TRE 98X

1981 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,978 mi
Last recorded53,978 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Lotus Esprit54,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRE 98X
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 May 2017 53,978 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Foot brake (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. H/brake low (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak various from engine ()

Pass 11 Jul 2016 53,821 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 53,678 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 53,326 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 52,878 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 52,663 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 52,336 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 51,835 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 51,462 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 50,863 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 50,421 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 49,327 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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TRE 98X is a 1981 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TRE 98X, 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 TRE 98X registered?

TRE 98X is a 1981 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 6 September 1981.

Is TRE 98X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRE 98X shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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