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NMG 390L

1972 Lotus Elan +2

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,899 mi
Last recorded72,899 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan +280,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMG 390L
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2017 72,899 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 72,013 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 69,052 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 67,470 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 64,031 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 62,326 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 61,379 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 60,958 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan +2?

Based on 1,562 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
197
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
parking brake recording little or no effort 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 35
Stop lamp not working 32
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NMG 390L is a 1972 Lotus Elan +2 in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 80,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan +2 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NMG 390L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan +2 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Lotus Elan +2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NMG 390L?

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What year was NMG 390L registered?

NMG 390L is a 1972 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 18 August 1972.

Is NMG 390L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMG 390L shows 8 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 NMG 390L have outstanding finance?

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