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LAG 222

1973 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,409 mi
Last recorded64,409 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAG 222
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 May 2023 64,409 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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LAG 222 is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 LAG 222, 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 LAG 222?

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What year was LAG 222 registered?

LAG 222 is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is LAG 222 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAG 222 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LAG 222 have outstanding finance?

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