MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
558 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
n/s hand brake pads low
play in steering
n/s hand brake pads low
play in steering
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
slight wear on o/s seat belt
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
rear discs rusty,
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
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OVB 319L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 OVB 319L, 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.
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What year was OVB 319L registered?
OVB 319L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 3 October 1972.
Is OVB 319L safe to buy?
The MOT history for OVB 319L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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