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AWG 414K

1972 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,715 mi
Last recorded19,715 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWG 414K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2018 19,715 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 19,278 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 17,990 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 17,563 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 17,140 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 16,717 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 16,220 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 15,960 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 15,476 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 14,712 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 14,510 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2005 14,031 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AWG 414K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AWG 414K, 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

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What year was AWG 414K registered?

AWG 414K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 24 May 1972.

Is AWG 414K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWG 414K shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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