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XEC 451Y

1983 Lotus Esprit

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,304 mi
Last recorded65,304 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2009
Typical for 1983 Lotus Esprit59,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEC 451Y
MakeLotus
ModelEsprit
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2009 65,304 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

offside number plate requires attention soon

offside wheel has a slight brake bind

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 30 Jun 2008 64,372 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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XEC 451Y is a 1983 Lotus Esprit in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Lotus Esprit models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 59,354 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 XEC 451Y, 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 43 years old, this Lotus Esprit is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XEC 451Y registered?

XEC 451Y is a 1983 Lotus Esprit, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is XEC 451Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEC 451Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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