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HTL 366N

1974 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,575 mi
Last recorded44,575 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 1974 Lotus Elite44,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTL 366N
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 44,575 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2011 44,571 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 43,787 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 43,331 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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HTL 366N is a 1974 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 HTL 366N, 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

How do I check the history of HTL 366N?

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What year was HTL 366N registered?

HTL 366N is a 1974 Lotus Elite, first registered on 6 November 1974.

Is HTL 366N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTL 366N shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HTL 366N have outstanding finance?

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