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WAS 414

1960 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,653 mi
Last recorded67,653 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1960 Lotus Elite49,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAS 414
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1960
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 67,653 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 67,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2013 65,762 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 65,642 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 65,524 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 65,141 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 65,005 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 64,959 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 64,765 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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WAS 414 is a 1960 Lotus Elite in White with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1960 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 49,933 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 WAS 414, 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 66 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 WAS 414?

You can check the full history of WAS 414 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WAS 414 registered?

WAS 414 is a 1960 Lotus Elite, first registered on 31 December 1960.

Is WAS 414 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAS 414 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WAS 414 have outstanding finance?

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