MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,570 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oil leak
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan +2?
Based on 1,562 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JLB 885K is a 1971 Lotus Elan +2 in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1971 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 24,162 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 JLB 885K, 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 55 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 JLB 885K?
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What year was JLB 885K registered?
JLB 885K is a 1971 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 26 August 1971.
Is JLB 885K safe to buy?
The MOT history for JLB 885K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does JLB 885K have outstanding finance?
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