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JPW 24

1959 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 1220cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,073 mi
Last recorded12,073 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPW 24
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,220cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2011 12,073 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 12,073 miles

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 12,049 miles

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

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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JPW 24 is a 1959 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 1,220cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JPW 24, 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 JPW 24?

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What year was JPW 24 registered?

JPW 24 is a 1959 Lotus Elite, first registered on 20 February 1959.

Is JPW 24 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPW 24 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JPW 24 have outstanding finance?

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