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FSV 890

1985 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,233 mi
Last recorded91,233 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSV 890
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 91,233 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2022 91,231 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working Both sides (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 90,017 miles

parking brake minimum performance

Pass 5 Apr 2017 90,017 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 88,845 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 88,805 miles

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

Slight wear in nearside end of steering rack

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 88,791 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 88,709 miles

Large oil leak on engine

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

Slight play in nearside rear suspension

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 88,489 miles

Oil leak on engine

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 88,489 miles

Oil leak on engine

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 88,419 miles

Slight wear in lefthand end of steering rack

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 30 Jul 2010 88,419 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Slight wear in lefthand end of steering rack

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 88,251 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 88,247 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Screenwash weak

Slight wear in end of steering rack

Pass 27 Mar 2008 87,829 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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FSV 890 is a 1985 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FSV 890, 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 41 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FSV 890 registered?

FSV 890 is a 1985 Lotus Elite, first registered on 11 February 1985.

Is FSV 890 safe to buy?

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