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TNM 555K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,965 mi
Last recorded9,965 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNM 555K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2018 9,965 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 9,536 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 9,012 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 8,873 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 8,627 miles

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 8,169 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 8,021 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 7,541 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 7,216 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 6,847 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 6,526 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 6,203 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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TNM 555K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 TNM 555K, 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 TNM 555K registered?

TNM 555K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 23 August 1971.

Is TNM 555K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNM 555K shows 12 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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