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HVG 448L

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,401 mi
Last recorded55,401 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 448L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 55,401 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 55,003 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 54,727 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 54,338 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 54,328 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 53,810 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 53,309 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 52,733 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 52,421 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 51,854 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 51,471 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 50,933 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 850 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 50,216 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 49,802 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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HVG 448L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HVG 448L, 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

How do I check the history of HVG 448L?

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What year was HVG 448L registered?

HVG 448L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is HVG 448L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 448L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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