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EEL 506T

1977 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,632 mi
Last recorded16,632 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1977 Lotus Elite51,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEL 506T
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 16,632 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 15,758 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 15,728 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 15,694 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 16 May 2018 15,694 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,612 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 15,511 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 15,460 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 15,361 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 15,198 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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EEL 506T is a 1977 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1977 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 51,202 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 EEL 506T, 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 49 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 EEL 506T registered?

EEL 506T is a 1977 Lotus Elite, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is EEL 506T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEL 506T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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