MOT Status
ValidMileage
64,837 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear rear fog tell tale illuminates but not continuously
horn slightly grating
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
How Reliable is the Lotus Esprit?
Based on 25,410 MOT tests across 2,324 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WDZ 8655 is a 1997 Lotus Esprit in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
Across all 1997 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 46,303 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 WDZ 8655, 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 29 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 WDZ 8655?
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What year was WDZ 8655 registered?
WDZ 8655 is a 1997 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is WDZ 8655 safe to buy?
The MOT history for WDZ 8655 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does WDZ 8655 have outstanding finance?
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