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VMX 164X

1981 Lotus Esprit

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,077 mi
Last recorded4,077 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2006
Typical for 1981 Lotus Esprit54,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 164X
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2006 4,077 miles

o/s n/s front anti roll bar bushes slightly worn

slight play in steering rack

slight plsy in n/s front bottom ball joint

Fail 18 Oct 2006 4,077 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

o/s n/s front anti roll bar bushes slightly split

slight play in n/s front bottom ball joint

slight play in o/s of steering rack

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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VMX 164X is a 1981 Lotus Esprit in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 VMX 164X, 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 VMX 164X?

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What year was VMX 164X registered?

VMX 164X is a 1981 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 2 October 1981.

Is VMX 164X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 164X shows 2 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 VMX 164X have outstanding finance?

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