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VOO 62L

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,825 mi
Last recorded45,825 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOO 62L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 45,825 miles

Both front wiper linkage free play

Engine oil leak

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 45,768 miles

Nearside Front lower ball joint slight free play

both front springs corroded

engine oil leak

free play in wiper linkage assy

o/s rear outer face brake discs corroded

slight free play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 11 Jul 2015 45,616 miles

Engine oil leak

Wiper linkage free play

Pass 26 Jul 2014 45,488 miles

engine oil leak

seat belt web slightly twisted

wiper linkage free play

Fail 19 Jul 2014 45,485 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine oil leak

seat belt web slightly twisted

wiper linkage free play

Pass 13 Jul 2013 45,231 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine oil leak

seat belt web slightly twisted

wiper linkage free play

Pass 16 Jul 2012 45,131 miles

seat belt web slightly twisted

wiper linkage assy free play

Pass 2 Jul 2011 44,966 miles

hand brake lever pawl requires adjustment or repair

Pass 17 Jul 2010 44,273 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 44,025 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 44,025 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 43,639 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

rear fog lamps no tell tale lamp

indicators donot flash when rear foglamps are switched on

Pass 9 Jun 2007 43,630 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 43,630 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 42,430 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 42,430 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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VOO 62L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 62L, 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 VOO 62L?

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What year was VOO 62L registered?

VOO 62L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is VOO 62L safe to buy?

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