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OUL 133R

1976 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,200 mi
Last recorded4,200 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1976 Lotus Elite53,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUL 133R
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2017 4,200 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 3,555 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 2,809 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 1,984 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 955 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 531 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 374 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 221 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 8 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 99,751 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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OUL 133R is a 1976 Lotus Elite in White with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 53,438 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 OUL 133R, 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 50 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 OUL 133R?

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What year was OUL 133R registered?

OUL 133R is a 1976 Lotus Elite, first registered on 22 September 1976.

Is OUL 133R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUL 133R 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 OUL 133R have outstanding finance?

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