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PAU 306W

1980 Lotus Elite

Gold Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,492 mi
Last recorded51,492 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 1980 Lotus Elite63,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAU 306W
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 51,492 miles

Coolant leak.

Exhaust clamp missing from o/s rear pipe.

rear diff oil leak.

Pass 27 Aug 2008 51,484 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 51,484 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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PAU 306W is a 1980 Lotus Elite in Gold with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 63,841 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 PAU 306W, 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 46 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 PAU 306W?

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What year was PAU 306W registered?

PAU 306W is a 1980 Lotus Elite, first registered on 14 August 1980.

Is PAU 306W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAU 306W shows 3 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.

Does PAU 306W have outstanding finance?

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