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PWS 9S

1977 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,340 mi
Last recorded34,340 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1977 Lotus Elite51,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWS 9S
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 34,340 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 34,200 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 34,091 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 33,988 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 33,875 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 33,668 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 33,379 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 33,362 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 33,034 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 33,023 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 15 May 2007 32,803 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2007 32,803 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 32,475 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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PWS 9S is a 1977 Lotus Elite in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PWS 9S, 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

How do I check the history of PWS 9S?

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What year was PWS 9S registered?

PWS 9S is a 1977 Lotus Elite, first registered on 20 October 1977.

Is PWS 9S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWS 9S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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