MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
90,778 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
N/S/Rear slight movement in suspention (pos Diff side bearings)
Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
wiper motor weak/slow
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Lower steering column bush worn.slight play in steering rack tube.Exhaust mounting rubbers perished.
Nearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
Offside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Lower steering column bush worn.slight play in steering rack tube.Exhaust mounting rubbers perished.
Nearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
Offside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Exhaust mounting rubbers perished.Lower steering column bush worn.Slight play in steering rack tube.
Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Nearside Rear Front drive shaft coupling has slight play in a universal joint bearing (2.4.G.6b)
Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?
Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WDB 606S is a 1978 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 1978 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 62,451 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 WDB 606S, 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 48 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was WDB 606S registered?
WDB 606S is a 1978 Lotus Elite, first registered on 21 February 1978.
Is WDB 606S safe to buy?
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