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KVG 805G

1983 Lotus Elan +2

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,387 mi
Last recorded17,387 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2008
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVG 805G
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2008 17,387 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 3 May 2007 16,138 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front headlight slightly loose

Pass 25 Apr 2006 15,107 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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KVG 805G is a 1983 Lotus Elan +2 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KVG 805G, 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 43 years old, this Lotus Elan +2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KVG 805G registered?

KVG 805G is a 1983 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 9 August 1983.

Is KVG 805G safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVG 805G 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 KVG 805G have outstanding finance?

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