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C5 TJE

1987 Lotus Elite

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,854 mi
Last recorded88,854 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 TJE
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2014 88,854 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 88,176 miles

n/s/f top ball joint rubber deteriated still protecting

small hole in exhaust

Pass 4 Aug 2011 87,563 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 86,551 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 85,083 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 85,076 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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C5 TJE is a 1987 Lotus Elite in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C5 TJE, 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 39 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 C5 TJE?

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What year was C5 TJE registered?

C5 TJE is a 1987 Lotus Elite, first registered on 22 January 1987.

Is C5 TJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 TJE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C5 TJE have outstanding finance?

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