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RNG 588W

1981 Lotus Elite

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,750 mi
Last recorded66,750 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 1981 Lotus Elite67,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNG 588W
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 66,750 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 66,672 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 66,672 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 66,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 65,461 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 65,033 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 65,031 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 64,237 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 64,237 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 63,266 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 62,816 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 62,087 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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RNG 588W is a 1981 Lotus Elite in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RNG 588W, 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 RNG 588W?

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What year was RNG 588W registered?

RNG 588W is a 1981 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is RNG 588W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNG 588W shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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