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NWY 864P

1976 Lotus Elite

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,497 mi
Last recorded94,497 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2016
Typical for 1976 Lotus Elite53,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWY 864P
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2016 94,497 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 92,376 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 92,167 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight diff oil leak

Fail 9 Mar 2012 92,105 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight diff oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2011 90,843 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both headlights have poor beam pattern

Fail 25 Feb 2011 90,841 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both headlights have poor beam pattern

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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NWY 864P is a 1976 Lotus Elite in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 53,438 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 NWY 864P, 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 50 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 NWY 864P?

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What year was NWY 864P registered?

NWY 864P is a 1976 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 May 1976.

Is NWY 864P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWY 864P shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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