MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
33,678 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
minor engine oil leak
offside rear brake binding slightly
no front windscreen fitted at time of test
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EOK 749C is a 1965 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1965 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 40,215 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 EOK 749C, 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 61 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 EOK 749C?
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What year was EOK 749C registered?
EOK 749C is a 1965 Lotus Elan, first registered on 27 August 1965.
Is EOK 749C safe to buy?
The MOT history for EOK 749C shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does EOK 749C have outstanding finance?
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