AMY2H - LOTUS ELAN
MOT: ExemptGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
The Lotus Elan, often referred to simply as the Elan, is a renowned British sports car celebrated for its lightweight design and agile handling. Manufactured by Lotus Cars, a company established in 1952 and famed for its engineering innovation, the Elan made a significant impact in the 1960s. Introduced in 1962, this model featured a sleek, aerodynamic body and a fibreglass chassis, setting it apart from contemporaries. Its core features included a twin-cam engine and a focus on driving purity, making it a favourite among enthusiasts and collectors alike. The Lotus Elan remains a symbol of British automotive ingenuity and a testament to Lotus’s commitment to performance and design excellence.
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Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 11 MOT tests
This 1969 Lotus Elan (registration AMY2H) is a blue, petrol-powered vehicle with a 1,558cc engine. It was first registered in August 1969 and has a recorded mileage of 22,019 miles. The vehicle is MOT exempt; the latest MOT test was conducted on 23 October 2017, with the expiry date of 24 October 2018. There are no advisory notes from the latest MOT. The car is currently taxed. No additional mechanical or emissions details are available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
11
Passed Tests
9
Failed Tests
2
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 23 October 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 22,019 mi
Expires: 24 October 2018
Passed - 25 October 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 21,821 mi
Expires: 24 October 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 02 October 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 21,530 mi
Expires: 04 October 2016
Passed - 02 October 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 21,190 mi
Expires: 04 October 2015
Passed - 03 October 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 20,597 mi
Expires: 04 October 2014
Passed - 05 October 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 20,140 mi
Expires: 04 October 2013
Passed - 03 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 17,544 mi
Expires: 02 July 2010
Passed - 14 November 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 16,029 mi
Expires: 13 November 2007
Failed - 10 November 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 16,022 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
Passed - 11 November 2005
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 15,386 mi
Expires: 10 November 2006
Failed - 04 November 2005
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 15,383 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
- Major Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for AMY2H?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of AMY2H?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 November 2025.
What are the specifications of AMY2H?
This is a 1969 LOTUS ELAN in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 1558cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of AMY2H?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.