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RPP 913R

1977 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,578 mi
Last recorded60,578 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 1977 Lotus Elite51,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPP 913R
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 60,578 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 60,309 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 60,174 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 60,094 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Trunnion. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 59,825 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 59,370 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 59,370 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RPP 913R is a 1977 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RPP 913R, 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 RPP 913R?

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What year was RPP 913R registered?

RPP 913R is a 1977 Lotus Elite, first registered on 8 February 1977.

Is RPP 913R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPP 913R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RPP 913R have outstanding finance?

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