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DNO 950T

1978 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,388 mi
Last recorded76,388 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 1978 Lotus Elite62,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNO 950T
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2011 76,388 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 76,387 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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DNO 950T is a 1978 Lotus Elite in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 62,451 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 DNO 950T, 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 48 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DNO 950T?

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What year was DNO 950T registered?

DNO 950T is a 1978 Lotus Elite, first registered on 16 November 1978.

Is DNO 950T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNO 950T 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.

Does DNO 950T have outstanding finance?

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