MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,745 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
running rich
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Front bottom ball joints need greasing.
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WSW 59V is a 1980 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1980 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 64,778 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 WSW 59V, 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 46 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of WSW 59V?
You can check the full history of WSW 59V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was WSW 59V registered?
WSW 59V is a 1980 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 March 1980.
Is WSW 59V safe to buy?
The MOT history for WSW 59V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does WSW 59V have outstanding finance?
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