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JLX 606K

1971 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,371 mi
Last recorded56,371 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLX 606K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 56,371 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 56,371 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 56,333 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 56,113 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 56,113 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam Both front headlamp (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 56,024 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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JLX 606K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 JLX 606K, 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 JLX 606K registered?

JLX 606K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 10 November 1971.

Is JLX 606K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLX 606K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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