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LLF 9K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,108 mi
Last recorded88,108 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLF 9K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 88,108 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 88,027 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 88,006 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Front numberplate has no background

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Rear driveshaft rubber couplings deteriorated

Pass 17 Mar 2008 87,922 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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LLF 9K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LLF 9K, 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 LLF 9K registered?

LLF 9K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 13 March 1972.

Is LLF 9K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLF 9K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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