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FRE 994K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,462 mi
Last recorded9,462 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRE 994K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 9,462 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 9,334 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 9,290 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 9,150 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2013 8,915 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 8,414 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 7,885 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 6,289 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 6,276 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp extinguishes when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Fail 23 Jun 2007 5,293 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 5,293 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 3,443 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 3,440 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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FRE 994K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FRE 994K, 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 FRE 994K?

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What year was FRE 994K registered?

FRE 994K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 13 December 1971.

Is FRE 994K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRE 994K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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