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MDM 501L

1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,385 mi
Last recorded77,385 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2011
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 13058,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDM 501L
MakeLotus
ModelElan + 2S 130
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2011 77,385 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 75,835 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 75,339 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 75,027 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 74,524 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 74,474 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 73,916 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 73,916 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 73,916 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan + 2S 130?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 18
Stop lamp not working 17
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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MDM 501L is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 58,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan + 2S 130 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MDM 501L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan + 2S 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Lotus Elan + 2S 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MDM 501L?

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What year was MDM 501L registered?

MDM 501L is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is MDM 501L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDM 501L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MDM 501L have outstanding finance?

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