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XNP 804M

1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 130

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,478 mi
Last recorded72,478 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2006
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 13034,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNP 804M
MakeLotus
ModelElan + 2S 130
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2006 72,478 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 72,478 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan + 2S 130?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 18
Stop lamp not working 17
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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XNP 804M is a 1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 34,803 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 + 2S 130 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XNP 804M, 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 55 years old, this Lotus Elan + 2S 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XNP 804M registered?

XNP 804M is a 1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is XNP 804M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNP 804M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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