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YPU 898L

1973 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,199 mi
Last recorded21,199 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPU 898L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 21,199 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,182 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 20,983 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 20,184 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 19,736 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 19,096 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 18,420 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 17,981 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 17,453 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 17,453 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 16,995 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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YPU 898L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 50,618 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 YPU 898L, 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 53 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 YPU 898L?

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What year was YPU 898L registered?

YPU 898L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 February 1973.

Is YPU 898L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPU 898L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YPU 898L have outstanding finance?

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