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RVV 434K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,034 mi
Last recorded91,034 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVV 434K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 91,034 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 91,020 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashing with indicators (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashing with indicators (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear suspension arm bolt not through lock nut

Offside Rear suspension arm bolt fouling inside of wheel

Pass 2 Sep 2016 90,999 miles

Rear suspension bolt not reaching nyloc nut looks like thread lock applied

Fail 2 Sep 2016 90,999 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear suspension bolt not reaching nyloc nut looks like thread lock applied

Pass 23 Jan 2015 90,977 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 90,545 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 90,405 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 89,875 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 89,574 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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RVV 434K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RVV 434K, 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.

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What year was RVV 434K registered?

RVV 434K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 September 1971.

Is RVV 434K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVV 434K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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