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KUW 772X

1981 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,183 mi
Last recorded87,183 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 Lotus Elite67,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUW 772X
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 87,183 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 84,407 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 79,190 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 72,883 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 72,864 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 71,175 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 67,527 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 65,819 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

pipe on steering colomn

Fail 27 Jan 2014 65,819 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

pipe on steering colomn

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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KUW 772X is a 1981 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KUW 772X, 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

How do I check the history of KUW 772X?

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What year was KUW 772X registered?

KUW 772X is a 1981 Lotus Elite, first registered on 24 August 1981.

Is KUW 772X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUW 772X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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