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ABW 993L

1972 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,842 mi
Last recorded9,842 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 993L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 9,842 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 8,695 miles

No. plate lights dim -

Wipers poor

Pass 14 Aug 2015 8,000 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 6,730 miles

Oil leak

Washers weak

Wipers slow

Pass 29 Jul 2013 5,616 miles

play front hubs

Pass 30 Jul 2012 4,576 miles

slight play front hubs

Pass 9 Aug 2011 3,395 miles

oil leak

wear front disc

Pass 19 Aug 2010 2,324 miles

oil leak

play n/s/f hub

Pass 13 Aug 2009 1,152 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 98,686 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 94,556 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 94,553 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2006 93,946 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 93,897 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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ABW 993L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 52,454 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ABW 993L, 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 54 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 ABW 993L?

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What year was ABW 993L registered?

ABW 993L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is ABW 993L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 993L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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