MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
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All four rear drive shaft flexible rubber couplings are perished
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EOI 243 is a 1978 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 EOI 243, 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 48 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 EOI 243?
You can check the full history of EOI 243 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was EOI 243 registered?
EOI 243 is a 1978 Lotus Elan, first registered on 12 July 1978.
Is EOI 243 safe to buy?
The MOT history for EOI 243 shows 3 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 EOI 243 have outstanding finance?
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