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SNE 485K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,459 mi
Last recorded27,459 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNE 485K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 27,459 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 27,058 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 26,297 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 26,076 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 25,322 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 23,949 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 22,695 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 21,545 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 19,976 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 18,574 miles

Nearside Rear Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Rear Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 17,213 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 16,676 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 15,521 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 14,432 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 13,335 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 12,645 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 12,240 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 11,701 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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SNE 485K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SNE 485K, 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

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What year was SNE 485K registered?

SNE 485K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 17 August 1971.

Is SNE 485K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNE 485K shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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