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CUA 221J

1982 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

1,128 mi
Last recorded1,128 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUA 221J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 1,128 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 1,119 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 975 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 975 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 887 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 842 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 734 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 661 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 577 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 18 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 10 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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CUA 221J is a 1982 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CUA 221J, 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 44 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CUA 221J?

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What year was CUA 221J registered?

CUA 221J is a 1982 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 November 1982.

Is CUA 221J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUA 221J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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