MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,574 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan +2?
Based on 1,562 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RHJ 422G is a 1969 Lotus Elan +2 in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1969 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 39,638 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 RHJ 422G, 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 57 years old, this Lotus Elan +2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was RHJ 422G registered?
RHJ 422G is a 1969 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 9 January 1969.
Is RHJ 422G safe to buy?
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