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ONM 299H

1970 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,355 mi
Last recorded13,355 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONM 299H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 13,355 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 13,053 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 12,832 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 12,310 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 12,006 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 11,179 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 11,179 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 11,138 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 9,159 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 9,125 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 9,125 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 8,836 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 7,809 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 7,749 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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ONM 299H is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 ONM 299H, 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 56 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 ONM 299H registered?

ONM 299H is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 10 April 1970.

Is ONM 299H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONM 299H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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