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OWH 447R

1977 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,019 mi
Last recorded42,019 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 1977 Lotus Elite51,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWH 447R
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 42,019 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 42,019 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

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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OWH 447R is a 1977 Lotus Elite in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 51,202 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 OWH 447R, 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 49 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 OWH 447R?

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What year was OWH 447R registered?

OWH 447R is a 1977 Lotus Elite, first registered on 28 January 1977.

Is OWH 447R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWH 447R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OWH 447R have outstanding finance?

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