MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
99,905 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
all suspension bushes front and rear slightly perished
oil leak
Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp from stop lamp (1.4.A.2h)
oil leak
Oil leak
Rear brake pads worn (near side inner).
Slight play in steering colum top bush
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VOO 20L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 VOO 20L, 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.
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What year was VOO 20L registered?
VOO 20L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 15 September 1972.
Is VOO 20L safe to buy?
The MOT history for VOO 20L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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