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UUU 694M

1973 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,413 mi
Last recorded3,413 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUU 694M
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2025 3,413 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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UUU 694M is a 1973 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 50,618 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 UUU 694M, 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 53 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 UUU 694M?

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What year was UUU 694M registered?

UUU 694M is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is UUU 694M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUU 694M shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UUU 694M have outstanding finance?

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