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TCL 912K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,434 mi
Last recorded55,434 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCL 912K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2025 55,434 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 54,018 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 52,560 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 51,060 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 49,313 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 47,337 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 45,537 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 43,799 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 42,413 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 40,838 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 39,370 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 38,154 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 36,772 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 35,468 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 33,713 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 32,575 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 31,037 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 30,491 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 29,198 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

all rear drive couplings in poor condition

rear lamps dull

Pass 20 Jan 2006 27,909 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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TCL 912K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 TCL 912K, 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 TCL 912K?

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What year was TCL 912K registered?

TCL 912K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 22 November 1971.

Is TCL 912K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCL 912K shows 20 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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