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RMA 769P

1976 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,781 mi
Last recorded41,781 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2013
Typical for 1976 Lotus Elite53,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMA 769P
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2013 41,781 miles

various warning lamps on dashboard

Fail 17 Oct 2013 41,781 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

various warning lamps on dashboard

Pass 17 Apr 2012 41,741 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 41,740 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 41,527 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 41,527 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake disc`s lightly scored

Pass 20 May 2009 41,523 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 41,511 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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 769P is a 1976 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 RMA 769P, 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

How do I check the history of RMA 769P?

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What year was RMA 769P registered?

RMA 769P is a 1976 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 March 1976.

Is RMA 769P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMA 769P shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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