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GPB 60J

1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 130

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,749 mi
Last recorded55,749 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 13034,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPB 60J
MakeLotus
ModelElan + 2S 130
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2017 55,749 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 55,419 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 54,626 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 53,766 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 53,043 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 52,059 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 50,481 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 49,649 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 48,693 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan + 2S 130?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
360
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 18
Stop lamp not working 17
parking brake recording little or no effort 17
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GPB 60J is a 1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 130 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 34,803 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan + 2S 130 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GPB 60J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan + 2S 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Lotus Elan + 2S 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GPB 60J?

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What year was GPB 60J registered?

GPB 60J is a 1971 Lotus Elan + 2S 130, first registered on 14 July 1971.

Is GPB 60J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPB 60J shows 9 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 GPB 60J have outstanding finance?

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