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XRP 2J

1970 Lotus Elan +2

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,473 mi
Last recorded77,473 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2010
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan +219,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRP 2J
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2010 77,473 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s/r brake disc slightly pitted

slight play from n/s/f rack end

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2008 77,014 miles

Oil leak

advise n/s/front headlight image

Fail 9 Jul 2008 77,014 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

advise n/s/front headlight image

Pass 7 Jul 2006 72,996 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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XRP 2J is a 1970 Lotus Elan +2 in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 XRP 2J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRP 2J?

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What year was XRP 2J registered?

XRP 2J is a 1970 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 13 November 1970.

Is XRP 2J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRP 2J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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