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TRJ 757X

1981 Lotus Esprit

Gold Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,770 mi
Last recorded61,770 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Lotus Esprit54,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRJ 757X
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2025 61,770 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 61,738 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 61,726 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 61,539 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 61,381 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 61,284 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 61,217 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 60,896 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 60,712 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 60,528 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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TRJ 757X is a 1981 Lotus Esprit in Gold with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 TRJ 757X, 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 TRJ 757X?

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What year was TRJ 757X registered?

TRJ 757X is a 1981 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 21 October 1981.

Is TRJ 757X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRJ 757X shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRJ 757X have outstanding finance?

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