MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,959 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NMS 542F is a 1984 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1984 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 47,653 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 NMS 542F, 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 42 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of NMS 542F?
You can check the full history of NMS 542F by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was NMS 542F registered?
NMS 542F is a 1984 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 April 1984.
Is NMS 542F safe to buy?
The MOT history for NMS 542F shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does NMS 542F have outstanding finance?
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