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DKJ 396K

1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130

Maroon Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,516 mi
Last recorded57,516 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 13058,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKJ 396K
MakeLotus
ModelElan + 2S 130
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2016 57,516 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 57,480 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 57,445 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 57,313 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 57,313 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan + 2S 130?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 18
Stop lamp not working 17
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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DKJ 396K is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Maroon with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 58,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan + 2S 130 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DKJ 396K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan + 2S 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Lotus Elan + 2S 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DKJ 396K registered?

DKJ 396K is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 12 April 1972.

Is DKJ 396K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKJ 396K shows 5 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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