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TRN 845X

1981 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,057 mi
Last recorded36,057 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2011
Typical for 1981 Lotus Esprit54,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRN 845X
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2011 36,057 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 36,057 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 35,601 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 35,598 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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TRN 845X is a 1981 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 TRN 845X, 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 TRN 845X?

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What year was TRN 845X registered?

TRN 845X is a 1981 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is TRN 845X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRN 845X shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRN 845X have outstanding finance?

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