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VVN 79J

1971 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,622 mi
Last recorded18,622 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVN 79J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 May 2012 18,622 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 May 2011 18,157 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 17,662 miles

slight play in column bushes

Pass 27 Feb 2009 17,210 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 16,124 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 15,226 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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VVN 79J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 49,460 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 VVN 79J, 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 55 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 VVN 79J?

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What year was VVN 79J registered?

VVN 79J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 5 May 1971.

Is VVN 79J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVN 79J shows 6 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 VVN 79J have outstanding finance?

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