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HLU 36K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,350 mi
Last recorded32,350 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLU 36K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 32,350 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 31,841 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 31,559 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 31,328 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 30,903 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 30,314 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 29,735 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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HLU 36K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 49,460 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 HLU 36K, 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 55 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 HLU 36K?

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What year was HLU 36K registered?

HLU 36K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is HLU 36K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLU 36K 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.

Does HLU 36K have outstanding finance?

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