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KVX 773P

1975 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,336 mi
Last recorded8,336 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 1975 Lotus Elite69,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVX 773P
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2014 8,336 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering rack inner ball joint has excessive play

Pass 5 Nov 2010 7,736 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 5,347 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 2,948 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 May 2007 2,225 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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KVX 773P is a 1975 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1975 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 69,980 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 KVX 773P, 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 51 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 KVX 773P?

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What year was KVX 773P registered?

KVX 773P is a 1975 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 August 1975.

Is KVX 773P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVX 773P shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KVX 773P have outstanding finance?

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