MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,641 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
O/S/R drive shaft insecure
Slight brake bind O/S/R wheel
Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WOW 935J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 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 WOW 935J, 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 WOW 935J?
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What year was WOW 935J registered?
WOW 935J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 4 January 1971.
Is WOW 935J safe to buy?
The MOT history for WOW 935J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does WOW 935J have outstanding finance?
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