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KTW 70J

1970 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,151 mi
Last recorded83,151 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTW 70J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 83,151 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 83,094 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 83,094 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 82,904 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 82,623 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 82,078 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 81,770 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 81,770 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 81,396 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 81,105 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 80,968 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 80,711 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 80,380 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 80,296 miles

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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KTW 70J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 KTW 70J, 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

How do I check the history of KTW 70J?

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What year was KTW 70J registered?

KTW 70J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 5 August 1970.

Is KTW 70J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTW 70J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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