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SHY 123M

1974 Lotus Elite

Yellow Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

44,283 mi
Last recorded44,283 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 Lotus Elite44,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHY 123M
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 44,283 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 44,283 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 44,283 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 44,222 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 44,222 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Fail 10 Oct 2013 43,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 43,850 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 43,850 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 43,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 43,850 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 43,301 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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SHY 123M is a 1974 Lotus Elite in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SHY 123M, 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 SHY 123M?

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What year was SHY 123M registered?

SHY 123M is a 1974 Lotus Elite, first registered on 15 May 1974.

Is SHY 123M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHY 123M shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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