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RUW 756L

1973 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,598 mi
Last recorded10,598 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUW 756L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2022 10,598 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 10,392 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 10,253 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 9,963 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 9,953 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 9,631 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 9,610 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 8,678 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 7,112 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2007 7,021 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 6,717 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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RUW 756L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 50,618 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 RUW 756L, 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 53 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 RUW 756L?

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What year was RUW 756L registered?

RUW 756L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 30 March 1973.

Is RUW 756L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUW 756L shows 11 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 RUW 756L have outstanding finance?

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