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HNW 400T

1978 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,287 mi
Last recorded95,287 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 1978 Lotus Elite62,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNW 400T
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 95,287 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 94,016 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2015 94,007 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 92,581 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 90,760 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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HNW 400T is a 1978 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 HNW 400T, 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 HNW 400T?

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What year was HNW 400T registered?

HNW 400T is a 1978 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is HNW 400T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNW 400T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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