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MMB 10L

1972 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,347 mi
Last recorded7,347 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMB 10L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2017 7,347 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 6,664 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 5,844 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 5,084 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 4,463 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 3,468 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 2,489 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 2,054 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 1,157 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 429 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 26,802 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 26,237 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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MMB 10L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MMB 10L, 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 MMB 10L registered?

MMB 10L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 22 November 1972.

Is MMB 10L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMB 10L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MMB 10L have outstanding finance?

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