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XVB 600V

1979 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,868 mi
Last recorded19,868 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2012
Typical for 1979 Lotus Elite49,593 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVB 600V
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2012 19,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

wiper not parking

Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

wiper not parking

Pass 14 Jun 2011 18,061 miles

N/S/F Tyre Wearing On Edge

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust Hangers Starting To Split

Slight Play In O/S Steering Rack

Small Bulge In N/S/F Tyre Wall

Pass 14 Jun 2010 15,751 miles

full size sunroof cracked

Fail 17 Jun 2009 14,654 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 14,654 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 10,481 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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XVB 600V is a 1979 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XVB 600V, 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 XVB 600V?

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What year was XVB 600V registered?

XVB 600V is a 1979 Lotus Elite, first registered on 14 September 1979.

Is XVB 600V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVB 600V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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