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6577 AR

1960 Lotus Elite

Silver Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,214 mi
Last recorded20,214 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 1960 Lotus Elite49,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6577 AR
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1960
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 20,214 miles

Slight play in steering rack/joints.

Fail 13 Jul 2021 20,214 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Slight play in steering rack/joints.

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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6577 AR is a 1960 Lotus Elite in Silver with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 6577 AR, 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.

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How do I check the history of 6577 AR?

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What year was 6577 AR registered?

6577 AR is a 1960 Lotus Elite, first registered on 12 February 1960.

Is 6577 AR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6577 AR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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