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RAR 750H

1970 Lotus Elan

Black Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

8,689 mi
Last recorded8,689 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAR 750H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 8,689 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 8,377 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 7,944 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 7,089 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 5,844 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 5,307 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 5,048 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 4,776 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 4,349 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 4,332 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 4,322 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 4,311 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 4,220 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 4,189 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 4,184 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 4,174 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 4,165 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 4,153 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 4,141 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f tyre cracked

o/s/r tyre cracked

Pass 18 Oct 2005 4,122 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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RAR 750H is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Black with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 RAR 750H, 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 RAR 750H registered?

RAR 750H is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 8 June 1970.

Is RAR 750H safe to buy?

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