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CWB 320N

1974 Lotus Elite

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

34,578 mi
Last recorded34,578 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1974 Lotus Elite44,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWB 320N
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 34,578 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective Both missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Free play detected at wheel

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective All four perished/splitting (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 34,578 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective Both missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Free play detected at wheel

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective All four perished/splitting (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 34,213 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 33,857 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 33,857 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 33,676 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 33,676 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 32,890 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 32,880 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Upper Steering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 30,348 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 30,348 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 27,839 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 27,839 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 27,618 miles

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

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

Offside front suspension coil spring slightly rubbing on compression

Pass 5 Aug 2010 26,831 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 26,818 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 25,354 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 24,096 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 22,880 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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CWB 320N is a 1974 Lotus Elite in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1974 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 44,283 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 CWB 320N, 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 52 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CWB 320N registered?

CWB 320N is a 1974 Lotus Elite, first registered on 9 August 1974.

Is CWB 320N safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWB 320N shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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