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XAJ 729K

2012 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,489 mi
Last recorded1,489 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAJ 729K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2017 1,489 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 1,205 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 10 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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XAJ 729K is a 2012 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XAJ 729K, 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 14 years old, this Lotus Elan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was XAJ 729K registered?

XAJ 729K is a 2012 Lotus Elan, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is XAJ 729K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAJ 729K shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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