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DEY 492D

1966 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,120 mi
Last recorded12,120 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 1966 Lotus Elan41,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEY 492D
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1966
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2015 12,120 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 1,811 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 11,239 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 10,584 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 9,664 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 8,795 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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DEY 492D is a 1966 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 41,624 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 DEY 492D, 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 60 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 DEY 492D registered?

DEY 492D is a 1966 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 January 1966.

Is DEY 492D safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEY 492D shows 6 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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