MOT Status
ValidMileage
56,534 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
parking brake just met minimum efficiency
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VTO 62Y is a 1982 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1982 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 65,545 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 VTO 62Y, 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 44 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 VTO 62Y?
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What year was VTO 62Y registered?
VTO 62Y is a 1982 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1982.
Is VTO 62Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for VTO 62Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VTO 62Y have outstanding finance?
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