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MAB 10K

1972 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,834 mi
Last recorded92,834 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAB 10K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 92,834 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 86,831 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 86,124 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 85,857 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 84,552 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 84,498 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 83,698 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 83,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 83,634 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 83,502 miles

nearside front wheel bearing loose.

slight play in top and bottom swivel pins.

steering drop arm rubbing on bottom hose.

Pass 21 Jun 2010 83,344 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 81,638 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 81,153 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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MAB 10K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MAB 10K, 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 MAB 10K registered?

MAB 10K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 June 1972.

Is MAB 10K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAB 10K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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