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PHJ 484K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,458 mi
Last recorded61,458 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 484K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 61,458 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 61,096 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 60,711 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 60,711 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside 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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PHJ 484K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,600cc 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 PHJ 484K, 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

How do I check the history of PHJ 484K?

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What year was PHJ 484K registered?

PHJ 484K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is PHJ 484K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 484K 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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