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77 MF

1976 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,039 mi
Last recorded66,039 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1976 Lotus Esprit60,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration77 MF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 66,039 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 65,472 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 64,155 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 63,523 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 62,367 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 60,905 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 60,144 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 59,036 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 58,209 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 56,824 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 56,237 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 54,500 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 53,087 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 49,118 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 46,033 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 46,033 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Steering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 45,358 miles

n/s/r tyre on limit

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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77 MF is a 1976 Lotus Esprit in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1976 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 60,848 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 77 MF, 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 50 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 77 MF registered?

77 MF is a 1976 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is 77 MF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 77 MF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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