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JEU 699N

1974 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,193 mi
Last recorded23,193 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1974 Lotus Elan40,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEU 699N
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2025 23,193 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 22,601 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 22,502 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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JEU 699N is a 1974 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 40,867 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 JEU 699N, 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 52 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 JEU 699N?

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What year was JEU 699N registered?

JEU 699N is a 1974 Lotus Elan, first registered on 24 September 1974.

Is JEU 699N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEU 699N shows 3 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 JEU 699N have outstanding finance?

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