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OHK 89K

1971 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,044 mi
Last recorded64,044 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHK 89K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2018 64,044 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 63,650 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 63,456 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 63,009 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 62,622 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 62,288 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 6,259 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 62,056 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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OHK 89K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 49,460 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 OHK 89K, 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 55 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OHK 89K?

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What year was OHK 89K registered?

OHK 89K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 10 August 1971.

Is OHK 89K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OHK 89K 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 OHK 89K have outstanding finance?

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