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ANL 247K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,141 mi
Last recorded40,141 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2022
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANL 247K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2022 40,141 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 39,920 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 39,778 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 39,709 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 39,709 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 39,709 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 39,707 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 39,568 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 39,542 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 39,517 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 39,436 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 39,339 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 39,326 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 39,249 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 38,998 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 38,974 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 38,946 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 38,829 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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ANL 247K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 ANL 247K, 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 ANL 247K?

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What year was ANL 247K registered?

ANL 247K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 9 August 1971.

Is ANL 247K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANL 247K shows 18 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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