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400 AWP

1960 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,873 mi
Last recorded86,873 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1960 Lotus Elite49,933 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration400 AWP
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 86,873 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2017 86,862 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 86,850 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 86,827 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 86,765 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 86,742 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 86,721 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 86,688 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 86,583 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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400 AWP is a 1960 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1960 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 49,933 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 400 AWP, 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 66 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 400 AWP?

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What year was 400 AWP registered?

400 AWP is a 1960 Lotus Elite, first registered on 5 May 1960.

Is 400 AWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 400 AWP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 400 AWP have outstanding finance?

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