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JRO 427K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,840 mi
Last recorded67,840 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRO 427K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2017 67,840 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 67,813 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 67,746 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 67,620 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 67,526 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 67,521 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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JRO 427K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JRO 427K, 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 JRO 427K?

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What year was JRO 427K registered?

JRO 427K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is JRO 427K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRO 427K shows 6 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 JRO 427K have outstanding finance?

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