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NGN 125L

1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,498 mi
Last recorded69,498 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 13058,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGN 125L
MakeLotus
ModelElan + 2S 130
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2019 69,498 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 69,300 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 69,205 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 69,088 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 68,897 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Aug 2013 67,806 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 66,959 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2011 66,166 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 65,177 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 64,939 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 63,575 miles

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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NGN 125L is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NGN 125L, 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 NGN 125L?

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What year was NGN 125L registered?

NGN 125L is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 23 August 1972.

Is NGN 125L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGN 125L shows 11 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 NGN 125L have outstanding finance?

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