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CUT 580K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,679 mi
Last recorded20,679 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUT 580K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2021 20,679 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 20,255 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 19,938 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 19,187 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 18,362 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 17,514 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 16,825 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 16,746 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 16,464 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 16,048 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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CUT 580K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 CUT 580K, 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 CUT 580K registered?

CUT 580K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 22 March 1972.

Is CUT 580K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUT 580K shows 10 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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