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EHJ 192P

1976 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

23,768 mi
Last recorded23,768 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1976 Lotus Elite53,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHJ 192P
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 23,768 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 23,657 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 23,548 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 23,479 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 23,373 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 23,287 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 23,253 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 23,061 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 22,904 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 22,763 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Oct 2015 22,624 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 22,349 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 22,088 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 22,086 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 19 Sep 2012 21,909 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2012 21,909 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2011 21,760 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 21,760 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 21,631 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 21,341 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 21,032 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 21,028 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 20,763 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2006 20,351 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 19,883 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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EHJ 192P is a 1976 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1976 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 53,438 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EHJ 192P, 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 50 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 EHJ 192P?

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What year was EHJ 192P registered?

EHJ 192P is a 1976 Lotus Elite, first registered on 26 July 1976.

Is EHJ 192P safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHJ 192P shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EHJ 192P have outstanding finance?

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