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EFX 273C

2011 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,858 mi
Last recorded13,858 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2014
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFX 273C
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2014 13,858 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 13,858 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 13,858 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 85,041 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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EFX 273C is a 2011 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EFX 273C, 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 15 years old, this Lotus Elan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EFX 273C?

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What year was EFX 273C registered?

EFX 273C is a 2011 Lotus Elan, first registered on 6 January 2011.

Is EFX 273C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFX 273C shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFX 273C have outstanding finance?

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