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WCS 764K

1972 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,575 mi
Last recorded69,575 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCS 764K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 69,575 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 69,537 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 69,510 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 69,498 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 69,366 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 758 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

OFF SIDE AND NEAR SIDE REAR DRIVE SHAFT DOUNUTS STARTING TO PERISH †REAR PADS WEARING THIN †

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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WCS 764K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WCS 764K, 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 WCS 764K?

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What year was WCS 764K registered?

WCS 764K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is WCS 764K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCS 764K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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