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FKE 147C

1965 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,366 mi
Last recorded75,366 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1965 Lotus Elan40,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKE 147C
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2017 75,366 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 75,251 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 75,247 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 75,131 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 75,048 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 75,014 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 74,980 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 74,951 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 74,909 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 74,864 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 74,601 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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FKE 147C is a 1965 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 40,215 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 FKE 147C, 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 61 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 FKE 147C?

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What year was FKE 147C registered?

FKE 147C is a 1965 Lotus Elan, first registered on 5 April 1965.

Is FKE 147C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKE 147C shows 11 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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