MOT Status
ValidMileage
26,048 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak Around sump area. ()
Central 24" wiper blade smeary.
Coolant leak Radiator area. ()
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement In suspension arm. (2.4.G.2)
Coolant residue along block. Recommend inspection.
Nearside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement Mount rear bush next to heat shield. (6.1.D.1a)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Play in wiper linkage allowing arm to hit panel.
Slight oil leak from upper rocker cover and gearbox areas.
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS
surface corrosion started on front to rear metal brake pipe
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ULO 658R is a 1976 Lotus Esprit in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 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 ULO 658R, 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.
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How do I check the history of ULO 658R?
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What year was ULO 658R registered?
ULO 658R is a 1976 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 4 October 1976.
Is ULO 658R safe to buy?
The MOT history for ULO 658R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ULO 658R have outstanding finance?
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