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KAH 797L

1973 Lotus Elan

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,391 mi
Last recorded54,391 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAH 797L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2014 54,391 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 54,391 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2011 54,391 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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KAH 797L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 KAH 797L, 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 KAH 797L?

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What year was KAH 797L registered?

KAH 797L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 11 January 1973.

Is KAH 797L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAH 797L 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 KAH 797L have outstanding finance?

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