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KVL 882H

1970 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,405 mi
Last recorded71,405 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVL 882H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 71,405 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 71,398 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 71,398 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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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KVL 882H is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 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 KVL 882H, 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 56 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 KVL 882H?

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What year was KVL 882H registered?

KVL 882H is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 3 March 1970.

Is KVL 882H safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVL 882H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KVL 882H have outstanding finance?

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