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VYO 923S

1978 Lotus Elan

Gold Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,022 mi
Last recorded53,022 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYO 923S
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2016 53,022 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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VYO 923S is a 1978 Lotus Elan in Gold with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VYO 923S, 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 48 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 VYO 923S?

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What year was VYO 923S registered?

VYO 923S is a 1978 Lotus Elan, first registered on 15 April 1978.

Is VYO 923S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYO 923S 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 VYO 923S have outstanding finance?

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