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NND 470W

1980 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,578 mi
Last recorded90,578 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2005
Typical for 1980 Lotus Elan64,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNND 470W
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2005 90,578 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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NND 470W is a 1980 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 64,778 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 NND 470W, 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 46 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NND 470W registered?

NND 470W is a 1980 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is NND 470W safe to buy?

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