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EPU 78G

1969 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,611 mi
Last recorded65,611 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 1969 Lotus Elan49,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPU 78G
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 65,611 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 65,611 miles

Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2013 65,592 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 65,592 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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EPU 78G is a 1969 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1969 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 49,179 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 EPU 78G, 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 57 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 EPU 78G?

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What year was EPU 78G registered?

EPU 78G is a 1969 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 July 1969.

Is EPU 78G safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPU 78G shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EPU 78G have outstanding finance?

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