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1227 EL

1961 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 1220cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,152 mi
Last recorded14,152 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1961 Lotus Elite13,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1227 EL
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,220cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2014 14,152 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 14,052 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 14,042 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 13,830 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 13,826 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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1227 EL is a 1961 Lotus Elite in White with a 1,220cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,937 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 1227 EL, 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 65 years old, this Lotus Elite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 1227 EL?

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What year was 1227 EL registered?

1227 EL is a 1961 Lotus Elite, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is 1227 EL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1227 EL shows 5 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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