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PHJ 714K

2018 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,777 mi
Last recorded91,777 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 714K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2020 91,777 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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PHJ 714K is a 2018 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 PHJ 714K, 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 8 years old, this Lotus Elan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PHJ 714K registered?

PHJ 714K is a 2018 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 2018.

Is PHJ 714K safe to buy?

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