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JOK 346N

1974 Lotus Elite

Orange Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

183,230 mi
Last recorded183,230 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Lotus Elite44,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOK 346N
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 183,230 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 183,186 miles

front (lower) cross member corroded

slight distortion to offside front wheel

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Fail 22 Sep 2016 183,176 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed boot area (6.3.5.a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front (lower) cross member corroded

front brake discs corroded

slight distortion to offside front wheel

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 16 Jun 2008 213 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 213 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 131,964 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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JOK 346N is a 1974 Lotus Elite in Orange with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 JOK 346N, 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.

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What year was JOK 346N registered?

JOK 346N is a 1974 Lotus Elite, first registered on 11 October 1974.

Is JOK 346N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOK 346N shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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