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UWS 28T

1979 Lotus Elite

Bronze Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,234 mi
Last recorded72,234 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 Lotus Elite49,593 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWS 28T
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 72,234 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2018 72,229 miles

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2007 71,850 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 71,849 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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UWS 28T is a 1979 Lotus Elite in Bronze with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,593 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 UWS 28T, 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 47 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 UWS 28T?

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What year was UWS 28T registered?

UWS 28T is a 1979 Lotus Elite, first registered on 23 May 1979.

Is UWS 28T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWS 28T shows 4 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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