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A222 HRK

1984 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,029 mi
Last recorded82,029 miles
Recorded on27 May 2011
Typical for 1984 Lotus Esprit56,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA222 HRK
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2011 82,029 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Apr 2011 82,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 82,001 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 82,001 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight play in steering rack

Slight roughness in steering

Pass 27 Jun 2006 81,945 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 81,945 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

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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A222 HRK is a 1984 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 56,973 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 A222 HRK, 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 42 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A222 HRK registered?

A222 HRK is a 1984 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 17 January 1984.

Is A222 HRK safe to buy?

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