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SRX 129G

1980 Lotus Elan

Beige Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

29,586 mi
Last recorded29,586 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
Typical for 1980 Lotus Elan64,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRX 129G
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2022 29,586 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 29,490 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 29,490 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 29,391 miles

Nearside Front movement on hub bearing.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front movement on hub bearing.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 29,391 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front movement on hub bearing.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front movement on hub bearing.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 29,255 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 29,203 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 29,008 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 28,927 miles

Slight play in offside front king pin.

Pass 18 Jun 2011 28,605 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 28,605 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 28,487 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 28,287 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Jun 2008 27,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 27,844 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 27,601 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 27,525 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 27,525 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 27,525 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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SRX 129G is a 1980 Lotus Elan in Beige with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1980 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 64,778 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 Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SRX 129G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 46 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SRX 129G registered?

SRX 129G is a 1980 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is SRX 129G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRX 129G shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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