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TNR 149R

1976 Lotus Esprit

Yellow Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,108 mi
Last recorded37,108 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2011
Typical for 1976 Lotus Esprit60,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNR 149R
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2011 37,108 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 36,600 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 36,362 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 36,362 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 35,981 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 35,389 miles

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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TNR 149R is a 1976 Lotus Esprit in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 TNR 149R, 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

How do I check the history of TNR 149R?

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What year was TNR 149R registered?

TNR 149R is a 1976 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 22 September 1976.

Is TNR 149R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNR 149R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TNR 149R have outstanding finance?

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