MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,985 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Coolant leak
Oil leak
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Coolant leak
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Oil leak
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
You can check the full history of MEV 207C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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.
Does MEV 207C have outstanding finance?
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