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HUL 1K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,267 mi
Last recorded89,267 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUL 1K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 89,267 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 88,883 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear wheels fouling on rear suspension bolts. Bolts and wheels slightly damaged

coolant hose fouling on steering column

engine oil leak

Fail 3 Aug 2015 88,867 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

coolant hose fouling on steering column and chassis leg

rear suspension arm retaining bolts slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Aug 2013 88,403 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 87,923 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 87,585 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 86,525 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 86,382 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 85,784 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 85,773 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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HUL 1K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HUL 1K, 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

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What year was HUL 1K registered?

HUL 1K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 5 October 1971.

Is HUL 1K safe to buy?

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