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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))
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))
parking brake minimum performance
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)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
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)
Oil leak on engine
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Oil leak on engine
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Slight wear in lefthand end of steering rack
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
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)
Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Screenwash weak
Slight wear in end of steering rack
How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?
Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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How do I check the history of FSV 890?
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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?
The MOT history for FSV 890 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FSV 890 have outstanding finance?
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