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PHJ 841K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

83,283 mi
Last recorded83,283 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 841K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 83,283 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 83,246 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 83,245 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 64,033 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 64,032 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Dip & main beam seem to be working the wrong way round

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 841K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 841K, 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 841K?

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What year was PHJ 841K registered?

PHJ 841K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is PHJ 841K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 841K shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PHJ 841K have outstanding finance?

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