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PRU 840M

1974 Lotus Elan + 2S 130

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,251 mi
Last recorded78,251 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 1974 Lotus Elan + 2S 13061,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRU 840M
MakeLotus
ModelElan + 2S 130
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2017 78,251 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

unable to see brake pads

Pass 10 Jun 2016 78,009 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 77,706 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 77,450 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 76,992 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 76,745 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 76,347 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 76,074 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 76,063 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2007 75,798 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 75,587 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 75,544 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan + 2S 130?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 18
Stop lamp not working 17
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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PRU 840M is a 1974 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1974 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 61,920 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan + 2S 130 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PRU 840M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan + 2S 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Lotus Elan + 2S 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PRU 840M registered?

PRU 840M is a 1974 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 31 May 1974.

Is PRU 840M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRU 840M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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