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KBV 876F

1971 Lotus Elan +2

Black Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,180 mi
Last recorded93,180 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan +224,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBV 876F
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2013 93,180 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

handbrake efforts poor and overall just legal at 25%

Pass 1 Jun 2012 92,360 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 92,311 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 92,281 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 92,154 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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KBV 876F is a 1971 Lotus Elan +2 in Black with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 KBV 876F, 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 KBV 876F?

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What year was KBV 876F registered?

KBV 876F is a 1971 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is KBV 876F safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBV 876F shows 5 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 KBV 876F have outstanding finance?

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