MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
9,730 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
tyres osr7mm osf7mm nsr7mm nsf6mm
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan +2?
Based on 1,562 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MGJ 186L is a 1973 Lotus Elan +2 in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1973 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 38,246 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 MGJ 186L, 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 53 years old, this Lotus Elan +2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of MGJ 186L?
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What year was MGJ 186L registered?
MGJ 186L is a 1973 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 9 February 1973.
Is MGJ 186L safe to buy?
The MOT history for MGJ 186L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MGJ 186L have outstanding finance?
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