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AVF 888J

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,583 mi
Last recorded56,583 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVF 888J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2015 56,583 miles

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nearside rear light unit damaged

rear drive shaft doughnuts perished

Pass 16 Jul 2014 56,541 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 56,403 miles

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Pass 30 Jul 2012 56,291 miles

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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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AVF 888J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 AVF 888J, 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 AVF 888J?

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What year was AVF 888J registered?

AVF 888J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 9 March 1971.

Is AVF 888J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVF 888J shows 4 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 AVF 888J have outstanding finance?

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