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YNE 972L

1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,783 mi
Last recorded67,783 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 13058,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNE 972L
MakeLotus
ModelElan + 2S 130
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 67,783 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 67,654 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 67,643 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

both front wheel bearings have very slight play

slight play in steering rack

Pass 14 Sep 2015 67,674 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 67,672 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 67,182 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 66,046 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan + 2S 130?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 18
Stop lamp not working 17
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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YNE 972L is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 58,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan + 2S 130 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YNE 972L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan + 2S 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Lotus Elan + 2S 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YNE 972L?

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What year was YNE 972L registered?

YNE 972L is a 1972 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 10 November 1972.

Is YNE 972L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNE 972L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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