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712 HJH

1959 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,320 mi
Last recorded18,320 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2011
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

Registration712 HJH
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2011 18,320 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 18,183 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,843 miles

Wear in rack

Pass 23 Jul 2008 17,361 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 17,267 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 16,973 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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712 HJH is a 1959 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 712 HJH, 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 67 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 712 HJH?

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What year was 712 HJH registered?

712 HJH is a 1959 Lotus Elite, first registered on 3 December 1959.

Is 712 HJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 712 HJH shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 712 HJH have outstanding finance?

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