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PSS 789J

1970 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,139 mi
Last recorded13,139 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSS 789J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2021 13,139 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 11,249 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 10,721 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 9,265 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 7,641 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 5,722 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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PSS 789J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 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 PSS 789J, 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 56 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PSS 789J registered?

PSS 789J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 August 1970.

Is PSS 789J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSS 789J 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 PSS 789J have outstanding finance?

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