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ASM 130K

1972 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,985 mi
Last recorded62,985 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASM 130K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2015 62,985 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 62,444 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 61,837 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 60,606 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 60,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 59,878 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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ASM 130K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ASM 130K, 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 ASM 130K?

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What year was ASM 130K registered?

ASM 130K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is ASM 130K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASM 130K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ASM 130K have outstanding finance?

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