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TTM 211K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

97,044 mi
Last recorded97,044 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTM 211K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 97,044 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 97,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 96,585 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 96,225 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 96,017 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 95,948 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 95,739 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 95,654 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 95,445 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 95,240 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 95,160 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 94,269 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 93,774 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 93,377 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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TTM 211K 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 92.9%.

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 TTM 211K, 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 TTM 211K registered?

TTM 211K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 6 August 1971.

Is TTM 211K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTM 211K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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