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OWV 351R

1976 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

80,989 mi
Last recorded80,989 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Lotus Elite53,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWV 351R
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 80,989 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 80,931 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 80,835 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 80,832 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 80,391 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 80,387 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 79,941 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 79,937 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (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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OWV 351R is a 1976 Lotus Elite in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 OWV 351R, 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 OWV 351R?

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What year was OWV 351R registered?

OWV 351R is a 1976 Lotus Elite, first registered on 12 August 1976.

Is OWV 351R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWV 351R shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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