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BFG 977B

1964 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,875 mi
Last recorded82,875 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 1964 Lotus Elan44,551 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFG 977B
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1964
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2020 82,875 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 82,875 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 82,875 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 82,875 miles

HAND BRAKE PADS WORN

Pass 11 Feb 2014 82,875 miles

rear brake pad wear low offside rear apperas to be close to minimum requirement

Pass 13 Feb 2013 82,875 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 82,875 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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BFG 977B is a 1964 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1964 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 44,551 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 BFG 977B, 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 62 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 BFG 977B?

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What year was BFG 977B registered?

BFG 977B is a 1964 Lotus Elan, first registered on 24 May 1964.

Is BFG 977B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFG 977B shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFG 977B have outstanding finance?

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