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JJF 524L

1973 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,178 mi
Last recorded85,178 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJF 524L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 85,178 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 85,164 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 85,024 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 84,609 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 84,410 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 84,295 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 84,291 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 84,197 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 84,151 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 83,791 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 83,722 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 83,720 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 83,697 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 83,598 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 83,586 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 83,575 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 83,516 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 83,478 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 83,344 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 82,981 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 82,893 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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JJF 524L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests 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 JJF 524L, 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 JJF 524L?

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What year was JJF 524L registered?

JJF 524L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is JJF 524L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJF 524L shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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