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UAH 265W

1981 Lotus Elite

Gold Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,483 mi
Last recorded80,483 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2024
Typical for 1981 Lotus Elite67,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAH 265W
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2024 80,483 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 80,188 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

general under body corrosion

Fail 15 Feb 2021 80,174 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Passenger's seat with a defective structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 80,167 miles

All exhaust rubber hangers are deteriorated

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2012 80,120 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 80,063 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 79,773 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 79,486 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 79,195 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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UAH 265W is a 1981 Lotus Elite in Gold with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 UAH 265W, 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

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What year was UAH 265W registered?

UAH 265W is a 1981 Lotus Elite, first registered on 22 June 1981.

Is UAH 265W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAH 265W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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