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GGW 225J

1970 Lotus Elan +2

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,796 mi
Last recorded77,796 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan +219,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGW 225J
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2017 77,796 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 76,148 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 73,984 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 73,432 miles

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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GGW 225J is a 1970 Lotus Elan +2 in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GGW 225J, 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.

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How do I check the history of GGW 225J?

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What year was GGW 225J registered?

GGW 225J is a 1970 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 30 October 1970.

Is GGW 225J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGW 225J shows 4 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 GGW 225J have outstanding finance?

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