MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
2,639 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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slight play off side front steering pivot
Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Oil leak
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FPE 87J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 FPE 87J, 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
How do I check the history of FPE 87J?
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What year was FPE 87J registered?
FPE 87J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 15 April 1971.
Is FPE 87J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FPE 87J shows 12 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 FPE 87J have outstanding finance?
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