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FPJ 41J

1971 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

42,723 mi
Last recorded42,723 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPJ 41J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 42,723 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 42,371 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 42,349 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 41,945 miles

Offside Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 41,934 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 41,934 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 41,925 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2019 41,800 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 41,587 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2017 41,254 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 40,651 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 40,214 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 39,667 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 38,920 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 38,187 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 36,742 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 35,292 miles

Nearside rear differential tie bar rubber starting to perish.

Offside front steering rack gator showing signs of dampness.

Pass 21 Jun 2008 35,085 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 34,842 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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FPJ 41J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FPJ 41J, 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 FPJ 41J?

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What year was FPJ 41J registered?

FPJ 41J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 11 May 1971.

Is FPJ 41J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPJ 41J shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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