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MK 567

1963 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,294 mi
Last recorded75,294 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1963 Lotus Elan34,629 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK 567
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 75,294 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 75,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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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MK 567 is a 1963 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1963 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 34,629 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MK 567, 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 63 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 MK 567?

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What year was MK 567 registered?

MK 567 is a 1963 Lotus Elan, first registered on 21 June 1963.

Is MK 567 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK 567 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK 567 have outstanding finance?

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