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CLG 717K

1971 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

389 mi
Last recorded389 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLG 717K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 389 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 381 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 99,925 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 99,646 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 99,228 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 98,856 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 98,681 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 98,681 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 98,086 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 97,551 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 97,528 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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CLG 717K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CLG 717K, 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 CLG 717K?

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What year was CLG 717K registered?

CLG 717K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 25 October 1971.

Is CLG 717K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLG 717K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLG 717K have outstanding finance?

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