MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
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155/70/R13/75T. All 6mm.
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
155/70/R13/75T. All 6mm.
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MER 78G is a 1975 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 MER 78G, 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 51 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of MER 78G?
You can check the full history of MER 78G by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was MER 78G registered?
MER 78G is a 1975 Lotus Elan, first registered on 12 November 1975.
Is MER 78G safe to buy?
The MOT history for MER 78G shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MER 78G have outstanding finance?
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