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DRA 571L

1973 Lotus Elan

Bronze Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,889 mi
Last recorded28,889 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRA 571L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 28,889 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 27,489 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 27,486 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 26,629 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 25,989 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 25,976 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 25,970 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 25,751 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 25,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 25,493 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,436 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 25,187 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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DRA 571L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Bronze with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1973 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 50,618 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 DRA 571L, 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 53 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 DRA 571L?

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What year was DRA 571L registered?

DRA 571L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 30 March 1973.

Is DRA 571L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRA 571L 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 DRA 571L have outstanding finance?

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