MOT Status
ValidMileage
65,199 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan + 2S 130?
Based on 840 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WPU 3L is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
Across all 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 58,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Lotus Elan + 2S 130 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WPU 3L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Lotus Elan + 2S 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Lotus Elan + 2S 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of WPU 3L?
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What year was WPU 3L registered?
WPU 3L is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 16 October 1972.
Is WPU 3L safe to buy?
The MOT history for WPU 3L shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does WPU 3L have outstanding finance?
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