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EDD 430L

1972 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,240 mi
Last recorded84,240 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDD 430L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2015 84,240 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 84,238 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 84,233 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 83,863 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 83,170 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 80,462 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 78,064 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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EDD 430L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 EDD 430L, 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

How do I check the history of EDD 430L?

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What year was EDD 430L registered?

EDD 430L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 9 October 1972.

Is EDD 430L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDD 430L 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 EDD 430L have outstanding finance?

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