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MER 78G

1975 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,892 mi
Last recorded18,892 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMER 78G
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2020 18,892 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 18,651 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 18,481 miles

155/70/R13/75T. All 6mm.

Fail 10 Oct 2017 18,481 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

155/70/R13/75T. All 6mm.

Pass 19 Apr 2016 17,676 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 17,491 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 17,272 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 16,828 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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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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