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UPM 735H

1970 Lotus Elan

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,468 mi
Last recorded64,468 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPM 735H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2020 64,468 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 60,364 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 58,104 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 55,073 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2013 48,604 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 45,674 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 41,576 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 40,539 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 37,313 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 32,904 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 29,642 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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UPM 735H is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPM 735H, 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 UPM 735H?

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What year was UPM 735H registered?

UPM 735H is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is UPM 735H safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPM 735H 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.

Does UPM 735H have outstanding finance?

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