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NVP 820R

1976 Lotus Elite

Silver Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,133 mi
Last recorded42,133 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1976 Lotus Elite53,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVP 820R
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 42,133 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 40,964 miles

Coolant leak hose, nearside engine bay ()

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn king pin (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear exhaust fouling on the drive shaft

Pass 9 Nov 2020 40,636 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 40,636 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 40,191 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 39,916 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 39,810 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 39,808 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 39,496 miles

Nearside Rear very slight brake bind

clutch adjusting rod close to fuel line

oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2015 39,400 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 39,162 miles

ns/r drive shaft u.j has a tight spot

Pass 12 Sep 2013 38,440 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 37,801 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 37,801 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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NVP 820R is a 1976 Lotus Elite in Silver with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1976 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 53,438 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 NVP 820R, 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 50 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 NVP 820R registered?

NVP 820R is a 1976 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 September 1976.

Is NVP 820R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVP 820R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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