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PGF 461K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,697 mi
Last recorded48,697 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGF 461K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2026 48,697 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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PGF 461K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PGF 461K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PGF 461K registered?

PGF 461K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is PGF 461K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGF 461K shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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