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FEA 227C

2011 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,011 mi
Last recorded3,011 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEA 227C
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 May 2012 3,011 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 2,525 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

road wheels have for racing stamped on them

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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FEA 227C is a 2011 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FEA 227C, 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 15 years old, this Lotus Elan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of FEA 227C?

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What year was FEA 227C registered?

FEA 227C is a 2011 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 February 2011.

Is FEA 227C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEA 227C shows 2 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 FEA 227C have outstanding finance?

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