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CJB 645J

1971 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,053 mi
Last recorded52,053 miles
Recorded on1 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJB 645J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2017 52,053 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 52,042 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 51,692 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 51,663 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 51,564 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 51,504 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 51,297 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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CJB 645J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 CJB 645J, 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 CJB 645J?

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What year was CJB 645J registered?

CJB 645J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is CJB 645J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJB 645J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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