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JNX 764V

1979 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

55,979 mi
Last recorded55,979 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Lotus Elite49,593 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNX 764V
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 55,979 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 55,979 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 55,284 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 55,277 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 55,031 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 54,322 miles

o.s.f headlight is slow to open and light up compared to the n.s.f

o.s.r wheel is slightly binding

Fail 13 Oct 2014 54,316 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

o.s.f headlight is slow to open and light up compared to the n.s.f

o.s.r wheel is slightly binding

Pass 6 Jul 2013 52,897 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 52,892 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 50,780 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2009 50,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 49,593 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 48,880 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 48,742 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 48,742 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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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JNX 764V is a 1979 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1979 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,593 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 JNX 764V, 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 47 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 JNX 764V?

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What year was JNX 764V registered?

JNX 764V is a 1979 Lotus Elite, first registered on 14 September 1979.

Is JNX 764V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNX 764V shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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