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GEC 148T

1978 Lotus Elite

Silver Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,190 mi
Last recorded21,190 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2010
Typical for 1978 Lotus Elite62,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEC 148T
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2010 21,190 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all tyres old and perished

Fail 24 Apr 2010 21,160 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all tyres old and perished

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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GEC 148T is a 1978 Lotus Elite in Silver with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 62,451 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 GEC 148T, 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 48 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 GEC 148T registered?

GEC 148T is a 1978 Lotus Elite, first registered on 2 October 1978.

Is GEC 148T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEC 148T 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.

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