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Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive and co to high (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure body bolt loose (6.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swivel joint loose to arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swivel joint loose to arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
brake fluid puddle under master cylinder but not leaking
smells heavy off fuel
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front slight play in steering column
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
handbrake requires slight adjustment but working
Offside wiper blade worn
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
engine, gearbox & diff. oil leak
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
engine , gearbox & diff. oil leak
Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
engine & gearbox oil leak
n/s/f brake hose too close to track rod
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AMX 576T is a 1978 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMX 576T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 48 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of AMX 576T?
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What year was AMX 576T registered?
AMX 576T is a 1978 Lotus Elan, first registered on 2 August 1978.
Is AMX 576T safe to buy?
The MOT history for AMX 576T 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.
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