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PFV 606H

1979 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,960 mi
Last recorded78,960 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFV 606H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 78,960 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 78,190 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 77,659 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 75,345 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 May 2011 73,996 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 May 2010 73,729 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 73,409 miles

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 73,181 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 73,168 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 19 May 2007 72,798 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 72,795 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 May 2006 72,369 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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PFV 606H is a 1979 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PFV 606H, 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 47 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 PFV 606H?

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What year was PFV 606H registered?

PFV 606H is a 1979 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is PFV 606H safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFV 606H shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PFV 606H have outstanding finance?

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