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DLO 88J

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,991 mi
Last recorded26,991 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLO 88J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 26,991 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 26,629 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 26,161 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 25,569 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 23,784 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 21,186 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 18,392 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 17,173 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 17,138 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 16,374 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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DLO 88J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DLO 88J, 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 DLO 88J?

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What year was DLO 88J registered?

DLO 88J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 26 April 1971.

Is DLO 88J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLO 88J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLO 88J have outstanding finance?

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