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MJS 479J

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,480 mi
Last recorded8,480 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJS 479J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2025 8,480 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 4,077 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 3,322 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 1,827 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 53,017 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 52,021 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 51,861 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 50,743 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 49,607 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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MJS 479J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 49,460 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 MJS 479J, 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 55 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 MJS 479J registered?

MJS 479J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 April 1971.

Is MJS 479J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJS 479J shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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