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DLO 8J

1971 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,707 mi
Last recorded9,707 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLO 8J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 9,707 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 4,639 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 4,609 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 4,462 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 4,435 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 4,334 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 4,298 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 4,250 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 4,214 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 4,196 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 8 May 2007 4,138 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 3,916 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 8J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 8J, 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 8J?

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What year was DLO 8J registered?

DLO 8J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is DLO 8J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLO 8J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLO 8J have outstanding finance?

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