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BRX 90T

1978 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,545 mi
Last recorded44,545 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Lotus Elite62,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRX 90T
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 44,545 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 44,502 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 44,373 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 44,316 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 44,300 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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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BRX 90T is a 1978 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 BRX 90T, 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 BRX 90T?

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What year was BRX 90T registered?

BRX 90T is a 1978 Lotus Elite, first registered on 27 October 1978.

Is BRX 90T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRX 90T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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