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T983 GJF

1999 Lotus Esprit

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,699 mi
Last recorded60,699 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2008
Typical for 1999 Lotus Esprit45,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT983 GJF
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2008 60,699 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 60,698 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 59,190 miles

REAR FOG LIGHT SWITCH NOT ALLWAYS LOCKING ON

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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T983 GJF is a 1999 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 45,289 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 T983 GJF, 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 27 years old, this Lotus Esprit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T983 GJF?

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What year was T983 GJF registered?

T983 GJF is a 1999 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 5 March 1999.

Is T983 GJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T983 GJF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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