MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,153 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?
Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.
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YSX 892W is a 1974 Lotus Elite in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1974 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 44,283 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 YSX 892W, 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 52 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was YSX 892W registered?
YSX 892W is a 1974 Lotus Elite, first registered on 31 December 1974.
Is YSX 892W safe to buy?
The MOT history for YSX 892W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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