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714 HJH

1959 Lotus Elite

Silver Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

489 mi
Last recorded489 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

Registration714 HJH
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1959
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2025 489 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 479 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 453 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 428 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 420 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 398 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 385 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 350 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 342 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 164 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 91 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 2 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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714 HJH is a 1959 Lotus Elite in Silver with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 714 HJH, 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 67 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 714 HJH?

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What year was 714 HJH registered?

714 HJH is a 1959 Lotus Elite, first registered on 10 December 1959.

Is 714 HJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 714 HJH shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 714 HJH have outstanding finance?

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