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YPN 783J

1971 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,957 mi
Last recorded23,957 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPN 783J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 23,957 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 23,698 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 23,436 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 23,424 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 22,867 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 22,727 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 22,423 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 22,018 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Aug 2013 21,964 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 21,498 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 21,230 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 20,984 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 20,713 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 20,438 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 20,230 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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YPN 783J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 YPN 783J, 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 YPN 783J?

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What year was YPN 783J registered?

YPN 783J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 April 1971.

Is YPN 783J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPN 783J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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