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XZ 9399

1965 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

65,775 mi
Last recorded65,775 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXZ 9399
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 65,775 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 65,770 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 65,756 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 65,704 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 65,868 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 65,567 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 65,448 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 Aug 2017 65,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 65,221 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 65,093 miles

Advise attention to H/brake

Pass 20 Aug 2014 64,820 miles

advise attention h/brake

Pass 21 Aug 2013 64,528 miles

advise attention to h/brake

Pass 20 Aug 2012 64,163 miles

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

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

advise attention h/brake

Pass 17 Aug 2011 63,824 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 63,344 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 63,344 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 63,344 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 63,131 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 62,076 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Aug 2005 61,539 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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XZ 9399 is a 1965 Lotus Elite in White with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 XZ 9399, 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 61 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 XZ 9399?

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What year was XZ 9399 registered?

XZ 9399 is a 1965 Lotus Elite, first registered on 21 April 1965.

Is XZ 9399 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XZ 9399 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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