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HGU 145J

1970 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,739 mi
Last recorded84,739 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 145J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 84,739 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 84,296 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 83,796 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 82,610 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 81,599 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 81,519 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 81,519 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 81,519 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 81,519 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 81,519 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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HGU 145J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGU 145J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 56 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HGU 145J registered?

HGU 145J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 4 August 1970.

Is HGU 145J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 145J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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