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WLX 603G

1969 Lotus Elan +2

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,418 mi
Last recorded86,418 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 1969 Lotus Elan +239,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLX 603G
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2023 86,418 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 85,663 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 85,417 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 85,136 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 88,889 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 84,495 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 83,844 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jul 2016 83,204 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Aug 2015 82,853 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 82,258 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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WLX 603G is a 1969 Lotus Elan +2 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1969 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 39,638 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 WLX 603G, 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 57 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 WLX 603G?

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What year was WLX 603G registered?

WLX 603G is a 1969 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 14 March 1969.

Is WLX 603G safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLX 603G shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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