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HLD 17N

1975 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,321 mi
Last recorded15,321 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLD 17N
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 15,321 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 15,321 miles

Nearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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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HLD 17N is a 1975 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HLD 17N, 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 51 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HLD 17N?

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What year was HLD 17N registered?

HLD 17N is a 1975 Lotus Elan, first registered on 20 January 1975.

Is HLD 17N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLD 17N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HLD 17N have outstanding finance?

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