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OTH 757J

1986 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,090 mi
Last recorded69,090 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTH 757J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2016 69,090 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 67,089 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 66,403 miles

rear suspension bushes slight perrishing

Pass 29 Jul 2013 66,347 miles

rear suspension bushes slight perrishing

Pass 23 Jul 2012 66,162 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 66,050 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 19 Jul 2010 65,978 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 65,932 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 65,872 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 65,815 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 65,772 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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OTH 757J is a 1986 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OTH 757J, 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 40 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OTH 757J?

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What year was OTH 757J registered?

OTH 757J is a 1986 Lotus Elan, first registered on 16 May 1986.

Is OTH 757J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTH 757J shows 11 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 OTH 757J have outstanding finance?

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