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KLR 39K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,576 mi
Last recorded5,576 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLR 39K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 5,576 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2021 5,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2016 5,288 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 5,056 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 4,956 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 4,706 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 4,455 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 4,370 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 4,183 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 4,180 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 3,995 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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KLR 39K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 KLR 39K, 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.

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What year was KLR 39K registered?

KLR 39K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is KLR 39K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLR 39K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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