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FAH 391K

1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,444 mi
Last recorded29,444 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 13058,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAH 391K
MakeLotus
ModelElan + 2S 130
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2025 29,444 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 29,268 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 28,917 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 28,651 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 28,371 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 28,204 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 28,015 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 27,938 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 27,686 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 27,555 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 27,377 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 27,137 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 26,806 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 26,573 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 26,389 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 26,249 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 26,061 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 25,738 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 25,394 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan + 2S 130?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 18
Stop lamp not working 17
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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FAH 391K is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 58,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan + 2S 130 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAH 391K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan + 2S 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Lotus Elan + 2S 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FAH 391K?

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What year was FAH 391K registered?

FAH 391K is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is FAH 391K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAH 391K shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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