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KUL 822X

1981 Lotus Elite

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

981 mi
Last recorded981 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1981 Lotus Elite67,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUL 822X
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2022 981 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 929 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 861 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 341 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 99,903 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 99,374 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 99,295 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 98,888 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 98,748 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 98,605 miles

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

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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KUL 822X is a 1981 Lotus Elite in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 67,138 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 KUL 822X, 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 45 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 KUL 822X?

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What year was KUL 822X registered?

KUL 822X is a 1981 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is KUL 822X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUL 822X shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KUL 822X have outstanding finance?

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