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HTD 407F

1981 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,971 mi
Last recorded35,971 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTD 407F
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 35,971 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 33,948 miles

cracks in both front and offside rear tyres

Fail 15 Dec 2014 33,941 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

cracks in both front and offside rear tyres

Pass 15 Apr 2010 31,318 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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HTD 407F is a 1981 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HTD 407F, 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 45 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HTD 407F?

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What year was HTD 407F registered?

HTD 407F is a 1981 Lotus Elan, first registered on 19 January 1981.

Is HTD 407F safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTD 407F shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HTD 407F have outstanding finance?

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