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LNU 444J

1970 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,774 mi
Last recorded3,774 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNU 444J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2017 3,774 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 3,732 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 3,600 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 3,532 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 3,427 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 3,180 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 2,540 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 2,125 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 1,897 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 1,391 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 801 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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LNU 444J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 LNU 444J, 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

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What year was LNU 444J registered?

LNU 444J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 November 1970.

Is LNU 444J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNU 444J shows 11 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 LNU 444J have outstanding finance?

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