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CWU 69H

1970 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,825 mi
Last recorded84,825 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWU 69H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 84,825 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 84,808 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 84,788 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 84,788 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2012 84,682 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2010 84,262 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 83,943 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 83,091 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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CWU 69H is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CWU 69H, 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 CWU 69H?

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What year was CWU 69H registered?

CWU 69H is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is CWU 69H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWU 69H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CWU 69H have outstanding finance?

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