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YAS 667

2003 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,140 mi
Last recorded22,140 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Lotus Elite19,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAS 667
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 22,140 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 22,125 miles

Headlamp aim not tested both head lights flashing (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear diff oil seal leaking

Pass 5 Jun 2017 21,829 miles

REAR DIFF OIL SEALS LEAKING

Pass 2 Jun 2016 21,202 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 20,576 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 20,331 miles

oil leak from osr output seal

Pass 14 May 2013 20,200 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 19,971 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 19,788 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 19,491 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 19,412 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 19,209 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 19,009 miles

slight play in both front and off side rear wheel bearings.

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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YAS 667 is a 2003 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 19,788 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 YAS 667, 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 23 years old, this Lotus Elite is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YAS 667 registered?

YAS 667 is a 2003 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is YAS 667 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAS 667 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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