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BEV 515S

1978 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,125 mi
Last recorded30,125 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 Lotus Elite62,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEV 515S
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 30,125 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 30,125 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 29,309 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 29,301 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 28,681 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 28,326 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 28,238 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 28,178 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 28,163 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 28,162 miles

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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BEV 515S is a 1978 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 62,451 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 BEV 515S, 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 48 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 BEV 515S?

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What year was BEV 515S registered?

BEV 515S is a 1978 Lotus Elite, first registered on 9 March 1978.

Is BEV 515S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEV 515S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BEV 515S have outstanding finance?

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