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1679 NE

1962 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1962 Lotus Elite44,964 mi
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

Registration1679 NE
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1962
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2012
Pass 15 Jul 2010 31,372 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 30,593 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 28,273 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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1679 NE is a 1962 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 44,964 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 1679 NE, 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 64 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 1679 NE?

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What year was 1679 NE registered?

1679 NE is a 1962 Lotus Elite, first registered on 12 January 1962.

Is 1679 NE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1679 NE shows 4 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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