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LMP 413K

1972 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,056 mi
Last recorded31,056 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMP 413K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2018 31,056 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2009 30,016 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in steering colum

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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LMP 413K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 LMP 413K, 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

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What year was LMP 413K registered?

LMP 413K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 25 April 1972.

Is LMP 413K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMP 413K shows 2 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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