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YNF 204S

1978 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,382 mi
Last recorded69,382 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 1978 Lotus Elite62,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNF 204S
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 69,382 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 69,374 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 69,371 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Headlamp switch missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Position lamp switch missing (1.1.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 69,272 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 69,271 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a) DANGEROUS

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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YNF 204S is a 1978 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 YNF 204S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNF 204S registered?

YNF 204S is a 1978 Lotus Elite, first registered on 25 May 1978.

Is YNF 204S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNF 204S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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