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KOR 890L

1973 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,705 mi
Last recorded18,705 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOR 890L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2017 18,705 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 18,501 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 18,472 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 18,283 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 18,135 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 18,104 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 17,989 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 17,881 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 17,474 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 16,832 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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KOR 890L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KOR 890L, 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 KOR 890L?

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What year was KOR 890L registered?

KOR 890L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 May 1973.

Is KOR 890L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOR 890L shows 10 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 KOR 890L have outstanding finance?

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