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AFV 93L

1973 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,711 mi
Last recorded19,711 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFV 93L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 31 May 2018 19,711 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 18,541 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 17,421 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 16,238 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 15,518 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 9,673 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 6,522 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 1,925 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 70,226 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 65,550 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 15,851 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 12,923 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 11,952 miles

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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AFV 93L is a 1973 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 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 AFV 93L, 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 AFV 93L?

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What year was AFV 93L registered?

AFV 93L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 16 March 1973.

Is AFV 93L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFV 93L 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 AFV 93L have outstanding finance?

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