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DPF 125J

1970 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,419 mi
Last recorded99,419 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPF 125J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2018 99,419 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 98,919 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 98,431 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 97,693 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 97,223 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 96,455 miles

all tyres plenty tread but starting to perish quite badly

Pass 21 Jan 2012 95,789 miles

tyres starting to perish

Pass 12 Feb 2011 94,576 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 94,485 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 94,125 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 93,713 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 93,478 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 93,252 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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DPF 125J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 DPF 125J, 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 DPF 125J?

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What year was DPF 125J registered?

DPF 125J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 September 1970.

Is DPF 125J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPF 125J shows 13 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 DPF 125J have outstanding finance?

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