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73,194 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
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D555 VJX is a 1987 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1987 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 48,573 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 D555 VJX, 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 39 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was D555 VJX registered?
D555 VJX is a 1987 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 January 1987.
Is D555 VJX safe to buy?
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