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HDG 269L

1973 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,780 mi
Last recorded80,780 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDG 269L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 80,780 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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HDG 269L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 50,618 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 HDG 269L, 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 53 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 HDG 269L?

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What year was HDG 269L registered?

HDG 269L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 10 July 1973.

Is HDG 269L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDG 269L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HDG 269L have outstanding finance?

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