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UWP 144F

1981 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,391 mi
Last recorded9,391 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWP 144F
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 9,391 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 9,384 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 9,384 miles

Indicator switch missing (1.4.A.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 9,377 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 9,313 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 9,272 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 9,228 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 96,153 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 9,108 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 9,108 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 9,004 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

anti roll bar bushes starting 2 perish

Pass 27 May 2006 8,953 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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UWP 144F is a 1981 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UWP 144F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 45 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UWP 144F?

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What year was UWP 144F registered?

UWP 144F is a 1981 Lotus Elan, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is UWP 144F safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWP 144F shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UWP 144F have outstanding finance?

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