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YWF 839K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,009 mi
Last recorded18,009 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWF 839K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2021 18,009 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 16,774 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 16,260 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 15,754 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 15,461 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 15,233 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 13,065 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 12,486 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 9,914 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 8,631 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 6,783 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 6,490 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 5,835 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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YWF 839K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YWF 839K, 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 YWF 839K?

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What year was YWF 839K registered?

YWF 839K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 September 1971.

Is YWF 839K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWF 839K shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YWF 839K have outstanding finance?

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