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UCL 15

1970 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

34,776 mi
Last recorded34,776 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCL 15
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 34,776 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 34,104 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 33,129 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 32,518 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 32,241 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 32,067 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 31,017 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 29,906 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 28,735 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 27,417 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 26,547 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 25,636 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 24,767 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,795 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 23,059 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 21,321 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

nearside steering rack gaitor stretched when on left hand lock

oil leak from engine/transmission

Fail 3 Mar 2010 21,321 miles

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

oil leak from engine/transmission

nearside steering rack gaitor stretched when on left hand lock

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 19,419 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2009 19,419 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 17,404 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 17,402 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 17,402 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2005 17,391 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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UCL 15 is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 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 UCL 15, 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 56 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 UCL 15?

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What year was UCL 15 registered?

UCL 15 is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 6 August 1970.

Is UCL 15 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCL 15 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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