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ATD 819J

1970 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,270 mi
Last recorded39,270 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATD 819J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 39,270 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 39,088 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 38,900 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 38,796 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 38,677 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 38,647 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s and n/s front brakes binding slightly

Pass 26 Apr 2012 38,469 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight drag on front brakes when wheel spun by hand

Pass 18 Jul 2011 38,469 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

very slight drag on brakes when spun by hand

Pass 6 Jul 2010 38,469 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 36,468 miles

Centre Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 38,468 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 38,468 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 38,462 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 38,406 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 38,406 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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ATD 819J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ATD 819J, 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 56 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ATD 819J registered?

ATD 819J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 7 August 1970.

Is ATD 819J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATD 819J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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