MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,258 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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park brake borderline
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BBM 202C is a 1965 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1965 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 40,215 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 BBM 202C, 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 61 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 BBM 202C?
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What year was BBM 202C registered?
BBM 202C is a 1965 Lotus Elan, first registered on 14 June 1965.
Is BBM 202C safe to buy?
The MOT history for BBM 202C shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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