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VAY 925S

1977 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,969 mi
Last recorded2,969 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2011
Typical for 1977 Lotus Elite51,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAY 925S
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2011 2,969 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 2,969 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 87,021 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 87,015 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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VAY 925S is a 1977 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 51,202 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 VAY 925S, 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 49 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 VAY 925S registered?

VAY 925S is a 1977 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is VAY 925S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAY 925S 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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