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NRX 341K

1972 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

71,547 mi
Last recorded71,547 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRX 341K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 71,547 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 70,982 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 70,749 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 70,269 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 69,958 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 69,822 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 69,572 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 69,520 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 69,418 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 69,357 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 69,199 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 68,704 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 68,078 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 67,531 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

o/s/r brake pads getting low

Pass 11 Apr 2008 67,269 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 66,909 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 66,909 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 66,658 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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NRX 341K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 NRX 341K, 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 NRX 341K registered?

NRX 341K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 10 January 1972.

Is NRX 341K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRX 341K shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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