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KOO 912

1981 Lotus Elite

Black Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,687 mi
Last recorded95,687 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Lotus Elite67,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOO 912
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 95,687 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 95,679 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 95,657 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 95,626 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 95,591 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 May 2015 95,530 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 95,435 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 95,419 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 95,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 95,360 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 95,192 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 95,096 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 94,982 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 94,897 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Jul 2007 94,897 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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KOO 912 is a 1981 Lotus Elite in Black with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 67,138 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 KOO 912, 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 45 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 KOO 912 registered?

KOO 912 is a 1981 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is KOO 912 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOO 912 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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