MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
83,608 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
all tyres getting old
Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front uppers (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
nearside front brake slight bind
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A480 GLA is a 1983 Lotus Esprit in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1983 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 59,354 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 A480 GLA, 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 43 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of A480 GLA?
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What year was A480 GLA registered?
A480 GLA is a 1983 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 August 1983.
Is A480 GLA safe to buy?
The MOT history for A480 GLA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does A480 GLA have outstanding finance?
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