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WPC 169S

1978 Lotus Esprit

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,463 mi
Last recorded92,463 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Lotus Esprit57,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPC 169S
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2016 92,463 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 92,395 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 91,924 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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WPC 169S is a 1978 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 57,482 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 WPC 169S, 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 48 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 WPC 169S?

You can check the full history of WPC 169S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WPC 169S registered?

WPC 169S is a 1978 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 20 April 1978.

Is WPC 169S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPC 169S shows 3 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 WPC 169S have outstanding finance?

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