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JNP 389C

1965 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,573 mi
Last recorded92,573 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 1965 Lotus Elan40,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNP 389C
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2019 92,573 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 92,523 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 92,349 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 92,335 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 92,324 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 92,306 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 92,274 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 92,234 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 92,114 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 91,716 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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JNP 389C is a 1965 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 40,215 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 JNP 389C, 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 61 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 JNP 389C registered?

JNP 389C is a 1965 Lotus Elan, first registered on 18 June 1965.

Is JNP 389C safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNP 389C shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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