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MEV 207C

1965 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,985 mi
Last recorded57,985 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1965 Lotus Elan40,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEV 207C
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 57,985 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 57,946 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 57,862 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 May 2015 57,862 miles

Coolant leak

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 57,819 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 May 2013 57,797 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 May 2012 57,435 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 56,804 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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MEV 207C is a 1965 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1965 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 40,215 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 MEV 207C, 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 61 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 MEV 207C?

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What year was MEV 207C registered?

MEV 207C is a 1965 Lotus Elan, first registered on 20 May 1965.

Is MEV 207C safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEV 207C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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