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WGD 678R

1976 Lotus Esprit

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,775 mi
Last recorded67,775 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1976 Lotus Esprit60,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGD 678R
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 67,775 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge 205/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 64,458 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 64,389 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 63,812 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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WGD 678R is a 1976 Lotus Esprit in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WGD 678R, 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 WGD 678R?

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What year was WGD 678R registered?

WGD 678R is a 1976 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 21 October 1976.

Is WGD 678R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGD 678R shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WGD 678R have outstanding finance?

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