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YSX 892W

1974 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,153 mi
Last recorded67,153 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2010
Typical for 1974 Lotus Elite44,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSX 892W
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2010 67,153 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 67,143 miles

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)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 66,879 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 66,878 miles

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)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 66,770 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSX 892W?

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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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