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KGW 488K

1971 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,983 mi
Last recorded66,983 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGW 488K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2017 66,983 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 64,359 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 60,699 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 59,361 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 59,004 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 58,433 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 57,744 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 57,135 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 56,751 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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KGW 488K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KGW 488K, 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 KGW 488K registered?

KGW 488K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 15 November 1971.

Is KGW 488K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGW 488K shows 9 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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