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YRP 37

1980 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 1220cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,903 mi
Last recorded1,903 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2010
Typical for 1980 Lotus Elite63,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 37
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,220cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2010 1,903 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2010 1,901 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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YRP 37 is a 1980 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 1,220cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 63,841 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 YRP 37, 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 46 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 YRP 37?

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What year was YRP 37 registered?

YRP 37 is a 1980 Lotus Elite, first registered on 22 September 1980.

Is YRP 37 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 37 shows 2 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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