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ENK 922

1980 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,538 mi
Last recorded9,538 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2008
Typical for 1980 Lotus Elan64,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationENK 922
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2008 9,538 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 9,228 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 8,205 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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ENK 922 is a 1980 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 64,778 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 ENK 922, 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 46 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ENK 922?

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What year was ENK 922 registered?

ENK 922 is a 1980 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is ENK 922 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ENK 922 shows 3 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 ENK 922 have outstanding finance?

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