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RMA 768P

1976 Lotus Elite

Gold Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

97,159 mi
Last recorded97,159 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1976 Lotus Elite53,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMA 768P
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 97,159 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 97,158 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 91,996 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 91,698 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 91,469 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 90,994 miles

Nearside and off side front brakes binding advise repair.

Fail 10 Jan 2017 90,991 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

ADVISE N/S FRONT AND REAR BRAKES BINDING

Pass 28 May 2015 90,863 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 90,061 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 89,691 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 88,123 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 86,697 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 85,808 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 85,808 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 85,448 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 84,555 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 83,459 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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RMA 768P is a 1976 Lotus Elite in Gold with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RMA 768P, 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 RMA 768P registered?

RMA 768P is a 1976 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is RMA 768P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMA 768P shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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