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DGC 8H

1970 Lotus Elan +2

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,173 mi
Last recorded22,173 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan +219,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGC 8H
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 22,173 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 21,532 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 20,882 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 20,646 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 19,719 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 19,617 miles

front brake pipe close to ault

front ot rear brake pipe close to exhaust

Fail 17 Sep 2012 19,616 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

front brake pipe close to ault

front ot rear brake pipe close to exhaust

Pass 30 Sep 2011 19,494 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pipe runs close to ault.

front to rear brake pipe close to exhaust

hand brake cable loose

Fail 29 Sep 2011 19,493 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pipe runs close to ault.

front to rear brake pipe close to exhaust

hand brake cable loose

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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DGC 8H is a 1970 Lotus Elan +2 in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 19,794 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DGC 8H, 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 56 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 DGC 8H?

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What year was DGC 8H registered?

DGC 8H is a 1970 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 14 April 1970.

Is DGC 8H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGC 8H shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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