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VFX 277L

1973 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

97,526 mi
Last recorded97,526 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFX 277L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 97,526 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 97,526 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2022 96,694 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive head gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 95,477 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 95,333 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 94,218 miles

headlamps on upper limit

wiper blades poor

Pass 19 May 2016 93,342 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 92,331 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 91,292 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 90,520 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 89,301 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 89,160 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 88,478 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 87,600 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 85,741 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 85,199 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2005 84,370 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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VFX 277L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VFX 277L, 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 VFX 277L?

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What year was VFX 277L registered?

VFX 277L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 30 April 1973.

Is VFX 277L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFX 277L shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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