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RJR 967M

1974 Lotus Elite

Purple Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,198 mi
Last recorded31,198 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1974 Lotus Elite44,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJR 967M
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 31,198 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 31,198 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 31,157 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 31,155 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 31,149 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 31,117 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 30,931 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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RJR 967M is a 1974 Lotus Elite in Purple with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RJR 967M, 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 RJR 967M?

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What year was RJR 967M registered?

RJR 967M is a 1974 Lotus Elite, first registered on 3 June 1974.

Is RJR 967M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJR 967M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJR 967M have outstanding finance?

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