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MOE 55X

1981 Lotus Elite

Gold Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,016 mi
Last recorded81,016 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1981 Lotus Elite67,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOE 55X
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2008 81,016 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

slight play in off side rear hub assembly

Fail 28 Oct 2008 81,003 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

slight play in off side rear hub assembly

Pass 19 Oct 2007 80,340 miles

off side streering rack slight play

Fail 16 Oct 2007 80,320 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

off side streering rack slight play

Pass 5 Oct 2006 79,809 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 79,224 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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MOE 55X is a 1981 Lotus Elite in Gold with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MOE 55X, 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 MOE 55X?

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What year was MOE 55X registered?

MOE 55X is a 1981 Lotus Elite, first registered on 28 September 1981.

Is MOE 55X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOE 55X shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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