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CLH 601H

1970 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,512 mi
Last recorded13,512 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLH 601H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 13,512 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 12,059 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 11,068 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 8,391 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 7,385 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 5,634 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 5,195 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 4,531 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 3,254 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 2,627 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 1,538 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 544 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 97,376 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 96,627 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 95,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2011 95,445 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 95,016 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 94,433 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 93,698 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 92,449 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 91,283 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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CLH 601H is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 CLH 601H, 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

How do I check the history of CLH 601H?

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What year was CLH 601H registered?

CLH 601H is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 5 February 1970.

Is CLH 601H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLH 601H shows 21 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 CLH 601H have outstanding finance?

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