MOT Status
ValidMileage
72,400 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
rear service brake rise and fall poor
SLIGHT FRONT BRAKE IMBALANCE UNDER LIGHT BRAKING VEHICLE HAS BEEN STANDING
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KMF 853K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 KMF 853K, 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 KMF 853K?
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What year was KMF 853K registered?
KMF 853K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1972.
Is KMF 853K safe to buy?
The MOT history for KMF 853K shows 14 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 KMF 853K have outstanding finance?
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