MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,454 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Both rear bottom arm bolts not all the way through the lock nuts
Exhaust front and rear leaking
Handbrake weak on offside
slight blow at front exhaust joint
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
non obligatory mirror damaged
oil leak
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TJE 4K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1972 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 52,454 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 TJE 4K, 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 54 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 TJE 4K?
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What year was TJE 4K registered?
TJE 4K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 15 March 1972.
Is TJE 4K safe to buy?
The MOT history for TJE 4K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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