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VVF 971S

1976 Lotus Esprit

Orange Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,871 mi
Last recorded9,871 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 1976 Lotus Esprit60,848 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVF 971S
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 9,871 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 9,388 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 8,610 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 7,496 miles

nearside rear brake caliper is sightly damp

offside rear inner and outter u j joints have play

Fail 18 Apr 2015 7,496 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

nearside rear brake caliper is sightly damp

offside rear inner and outter u j joints have play

Pass 28 Oct 2013 7,279 miles

hazard warning switch not fitted

nearside rear caliper area damp

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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VVF 971S is a 1976 Lotus Esprit in Orange 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 VVF 971S, 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 VVF 971S?

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What year was VVF 971S registered?

VVF 971S is a 1976 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 1 November 1976.

Is VVF 971S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVF 971S 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.

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