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D355 OOJ

1987 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,215 mi
Last recorded88,215 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD355 OOJ
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 88,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 88,192 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust rubbers perished

Pass 22 May 2020 87,971 miles

N/S/R tyre has some wear to edges

O/S/R tyre has wear to outer edge

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

exhaust rubber perished

some suspension components has age related surface corrosion

Pass 16 May 2019 87,770 miles

Exhaust mounting defective perishing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear body support bracket corroded

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear body support bracket corroded

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Slight seepage to power steering

Pass 21 May 2018 87,281 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 86,563 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 May 2016 85,981 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

Fail 10 May 2016 85,981 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

Pass 30 May 2015 83,277 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 83,256 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 83,063 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 83,063 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 83,008 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 82,992 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 79,766 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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D355 OOJ is a 1987 Lotus Elite in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D355 OOJ, 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

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What year was D355 OOJ registered?

D355 OOJ is a 1987 Lotus Elite, first registered on 8 January 1987.

Is D355 OOJ safe to buy?

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