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DIA 836

1981 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,862 mi
Last recorded15,862 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIA 836
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2012 15,862 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,513 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 15,087 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 14,805 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 14,462 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 14,395 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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DIA 836 is a 1981 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DIA 836, 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 45 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DIA 836?

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What year was DIA 836 registered?

DIA 836 is a 1981 Lotus Elan, first registered on 27 July 1981.

Is DIA 836 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIA 836 shows 6 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 DIA 836 have outstanding finance?

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