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OO 6340

1961 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,178 mi
Last recorded6,178 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1961 Lotus Elite13,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO 6340
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 6,178 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 4,223 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 957 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 2 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 2 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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OO 6340 is a 1961 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1961 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,937 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 OO 6340, 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 65 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 OO 6340?

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What year was OO 6340 registered?

OO 6340 is a 1961 Lotus Elite, first registered on 6 December 1961.

Is OO 6340 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OO 6340 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.

Does OO 6340 have outstanding finance?

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