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2020 YZ

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,570 mi
Last recorded20,570 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2020 YZ
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2018 20,570 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 20,420 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 20,066 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 19,172 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 18,220 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 17,788 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 16,935 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 16,775 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 16,775 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 May 2009 16,359 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 14,586 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 12,022 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 9,054 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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2020 YZ is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc 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 2020 YZ, 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 2020 YZ?

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What year was 2020 YZ registered?

2020 YZ is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 8 July 1971.

Is 2020 YZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2020 YZ 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.

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