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TBR 767K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

78,844 mi
Last recorded78,844 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBR 767K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 78,844 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 78,807 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 78,745 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 14 Apr 2014 78,743 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 78,567 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 78,566 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 78,416 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 78,416 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 77,835 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 77,526 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 77,462 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 77,409 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 77,297 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 77,087 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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TBR 767K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 TBR 767K, 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 TBR 767K?

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What year was TBR 767K registered?

TBR 767K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 10 December 1971.

Is TBR 767K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBR 767K shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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