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PMF 522L

1972 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,102 mi
Last recorded6,102 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMF 522L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 6,102 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 5,329 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 5,116 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 4,513 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 3,690 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 3,377 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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PMF 522L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests 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 PMF 522L, 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 PMF 522L?

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What year was PMF 522L registered?

PMF 522L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 10 August 1972.

Is PMF 522L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMF 522L shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PMF 522L have outstanding finance?

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