MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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2917 VR is a 1963 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1963 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 34,629 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 Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 2917 VR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 63 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 2917 VR?
You can check the full history of 2917 VR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was 2917 VR registered?
2917 VR is a 1963 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 July 1963.
Is 2917 VR safe to buy?
The MOT history for 2917 VR 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 2917 VR have outstanding finance?
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