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WPJ 880Y

1982 Lotus Elite

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,261 mi
Last recorded67,261 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 1982 Lotus Elite59,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPJ 880Y
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2024 67,261 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 65,712 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake effort only just met requirements

Pass 20 Jun 2022 63,850 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 61,374 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2020 59,126 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 57,571 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 55,079 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 53,796 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 51,432 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 48,543 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 47,353 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 45,655 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 42,928 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 40,240 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 35,820 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 33,297 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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WPJ 880Y is a 1982 Lotus Elite in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 59,172 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 WPJ 880Y, 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 44 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 WPJ 880Y?

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What year was WPJ 880Y registered?

WPJ 880Y is a 1982 Lotus Elite, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is WPJ 880Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPJ 880Y shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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