MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,086 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak
slight play in OS & NS wheel bearings / king pins
wiper blades deteriorating
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?
Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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262 RH is a 1962 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 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 262 RH, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 262 RH?
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What year was 262 RH registered?
262 RH is a 1962 Lotus Elite, first registered on 6 April 1962.
Is 262 RH safe to buy?
The MOT history for 262 RH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 262 RH have outstanding finance?
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