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PGC 525L

1973 Lotus Elan +2

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,667 mi
Last recorded4,667 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan +238,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGC 525L
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2019 4,667 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 4,647 miles

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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PGC 525L is a 1973 Lotus Elan +2 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PGC 525L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PGC 525L?

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What year was PGC 525L registered?

PGC 525L is a 1973 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 16 March 1973.

Is PGC 525L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGC 525L shows 2 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 PGC 525L have outstanding finance?

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