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CBY 492G

1968 Lotus Elan +2

Orange Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,223 mi
Last recorded43,223 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 1968 Lotus Elan +242,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBY 492G
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1968
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2022 43,223 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 43,205 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 42,942 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan +2?

Based on 1,562 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
197
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
parking brake recording little or no effort 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 35
Stop lamp not working 32
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CBY 492G is a 1968 Lotus Elan +2 in Orange with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 42,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan +2 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CBY 492G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan +2 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 58 years old, this Lotus Elan +2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CBY 492G?

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What year was CBY 492G registered?

CBY 492G is a 1968 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 18 November 1968.

Is CBY 492G safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBY 492G 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.

Does CBY 492G have outstanding finance?

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