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AVF 760X

1981 Lotus Elite

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,481 mi
Last recorded42,481 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Lotus Elite67,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVF 760X
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021 42,481 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 42,432 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 42,338 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 42,209 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 42,014 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 41,646 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 41,332 miles

slight movement in steering wheel

Pass 21 Jun 2014 41,036 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 41,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?

Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 134
Stop lamp not working 101
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
brake binding 60
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AVF 760X is a 1981 Lotus Elite in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 67,138 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AVF 760X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elite typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 45 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AVF 760X?

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What year was AVF 760X registered?

AVF 760X is a 1981 Lotus Elite, first registered on 4 December 1981.

Is AVF 760X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVF 760X shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AVF 760X have outstanding finance?

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