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DUR 979T

1979 Lotus Elite

Black Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,704 mi
Last recorded37,704 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2009
Typical for 1979 Lotus Elite49,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUR 979T
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2009 37,704 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 37,683 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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DUR 979T is a 1979 Lotus Elite in Black with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,593 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DUR 979T, 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 47 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 DUR 979T?

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What year was DUR 979T registered?

DUR 979T is a 1979 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is DUR 979T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUR 979T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DUR 979T have outstanding finance?

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