MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,070 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
suspect offside rear tyre has been fouling suspension leg but at time of test it was not
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FYH 217J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FYH 217J, 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 56 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of FYH 217J?
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What year was FYH 217J registered?
FYH 217J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 16 November 1970.
Is FYH 217J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FYH 217J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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