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229 DYL

1962 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,042 mi
Last recorded60,042 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1962 Lotus Elite44,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration229 DYL
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1962
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 7 May 2021 60,042 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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229 DYL is a 1962 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 44,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 229 DYL, 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 64 years old, this Lotus Elite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 229 DYL?

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What year was 229 DYL registered?

229 DYL is a 1962 Lotus Elite, first registered on 9 April 1962.

Is 229 DYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 229 DYL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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