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DYO 24J

1970 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,588 mi
Last recorded1,588 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYO 24J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 1,588 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 1,258 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 778 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 72 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 99,429 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 98,694 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 97,454 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 96,516 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 95,284 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 93,659 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 92,336 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 91,497 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 90,232 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 88,756 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 87,246 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 86,246 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 85,195 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 84,810 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 84,091 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 83,740 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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DYO 24J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 DYO 24J, 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 DYO 24J?

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What year was DYO 24J registered?

DYO 24J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 7 September 1970.

Is DYO 24J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYO 24J shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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