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FRU 649Y

1982 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,280 mi
Last recorded59,280 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 1982 Lotus Elite59,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRU 649Y
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 59,280 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 59,218 miles

slight play in offside steering rack

Pass 9 Oct 2013 59,061 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 59,068 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 59,068 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FRU 649Y is a 1982 Lotus Elite in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 59,172 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 FRU 649Y, 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 44 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 FRU 649Y?

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What year was FRU 649Y registered?

FRU 649Y is a 1982 Lotus Elite, first registered on 18 November 1982.

Is FRU 649Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRU 649Y 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.

Does FRU 649Y have outstanding finance?

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