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EUD 671K

1972 Lotus Elan

Maroon Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,448 mi
Last recorded36,448 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEUD 671K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 36,448 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 35,798 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 35,471 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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EUD 671K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Maroon with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 EUD 671K, 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 EUD 671K?

You can check the full history of EUD 671K by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EUD 671K registered?

EUD 671K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 19 April 1972.

Is EUD 671K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EUD 671K 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 EUD 671K have outstanding finance?

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