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UCU 720L

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,310 mi
Last recorded66,310 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCU 720L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 66,310 miles
Pass 8 May 2016 66,008 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 65,646 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 65,261 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 64,906 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 64,744 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

both rear tyres getting low on tread

n/s/f lower wishbone bushes starting to wear slight

slight signs of general age and wear in suspension bushes

Pass 8 Sep 2010 64,455 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 61,452 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 63,893 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 63,453 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 62,865 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 62,482 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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UCU 720L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 UCU 720L, 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 UCU 720L?

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What year was UCU 720L registered?

UCU 720L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 6 November 1972.

Is UCU 720L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCU 720L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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