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FVF 667K

1972 Lotus Elan

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,898 mi
Last recorded97,898 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVF 667K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 97,898 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 97,661 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 97,495 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 97,461 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 97,409 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 97,336 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 97,186 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 96,589 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 96,262 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 95,084 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 94,836 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 94,631 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 94,339 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 94,145 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 94,095 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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FVF 667K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FVF 667K, 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 FVF 667K registered?

FVF 667K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 23 May 1972.

Is FVF 667K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVF 667K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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