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XTC 344H

1970 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

14,974 mi
Last recorded14,974 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTC 344H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 14,974 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 14,897 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 14,786 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 14,528 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 14,350 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 14,216 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 14,117 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 13,827 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 13,372 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 13,164 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,010 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 12,964 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 12,705 miles

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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XTC 344H is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XTC 344H, 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 56 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 XTC 344H?

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What year was XTC 344H registered?

XTC 344H is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 30 April 1970.

Is XTC 344H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTC 344H shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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