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RBV 880J

1971 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,076 mi
Last recorded69,076 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBV 880J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 69,076 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 69,076 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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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RBV 880J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 49,460 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 RBV 880J, 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 55 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 RBV 880J?

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What year was RBV 880J registered?

RBV 880J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is RBV 880J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBV 880J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RBV 880J have outstanding finance?

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