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2436 NE

1962 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 1460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,794 mi
Last recorded25,794 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1962 Lotus Elite44,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2436 NE
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1962
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2019 25,794 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 25,304 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 24,763 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 24,357 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 23,736 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 22,766 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 22,506 miles

rear n/s tyre getting low on tread

Pass 25 Jul 2012 21,863 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 28 Jul 2011 21,471 miles

front o/s and rear n/s tyres getting low on tread

slight play in front o/s wheel bearing

Pass 23 Jul 2010 20,446 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 19,488 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 19,302 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 18,038 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 17,126 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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2436 NE is a 1962 Lotus Elite in White with a 1,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests 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 2436 NE, 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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What year was 2436 NE registered?

2436 NE is a 1962 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 February 1962.

Is 2436 NE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2436 NE shows 14 tests 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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