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FHH 548K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,195 mi
Last recorded74,195 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHH 548K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 74,195 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 73,154 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 72,897 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 72,804 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 72,524 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 72,217 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 71,973 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 70,997 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 70,010 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 69,972 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 69,969 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 69,965 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 69,911 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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FHH 548K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FHH 548K, 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

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What year was FHH 548K registered?

FHH 548K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 7 September 1971.

Is FHH 548K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHH 548K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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