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VDG 789J

1970 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,049 mi
Last recorded11,049 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDG 789J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 11,049 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 10,275 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 8,673 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 7,153 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 6,032 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 3,339 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 3,048 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 2,992 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 2,931 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 2,854 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 14 Oct 2008 2,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2007 2,642 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 2,242 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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VDG 789J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VDG 789J, 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 VDG 789J?

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What year was VDG 789J registered?

VDG 789J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 2 October 1970.

Is VDG 789J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDG 789J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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