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FTN 15K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,102 mi
Last recorded20,102 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTN 15K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2016 20,102 miles

nearside handbrake may require service attention. lower reading on roller brake tester

Pass 4 Sep 2015 20,096 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 20,090 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 20,086 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 20,080 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 20,074 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 20,036 miles

advise, 1,Parking brake warning light flashes when service brake pedal pressed.2,battery in boot not fully secured.3,N/S/R drive shaft outer moulton coupling starting to split.

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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FTN 15K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FTN 15K, 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

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What year was FTN 15K registered?

FTN 15K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 January 1972.

Is FTN 15K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTN 15K shows 7 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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