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XBL 637E

1974 Lotus Elan +2

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,301 mi
Last recorded36,301 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBL 637E
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 36,301 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2014 36,196 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 35,870 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 35,856 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 35,814 miles

advice smell of petrol but can not find leak

Pass 14 Sep 2011 35,435 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 35,230 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 34,682 miles

registration characters affixed directly to front grill,after consultation with VOSA a pass/advise course has been followed.

Fail 10 Sep 2009 34,682 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 34,404 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 34,210 miles

advise front registration plate will probably fail new regulations coming into force presently.

parking brake only just meets minimum effort requirements, but new components fitted and not yet bedded in.

Pass 25 Aug 2006 34,113 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Aug 2006 34,113 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 32,386 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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XBL 637E is a 1974 Lotus Elan +2 in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XBL 637E, 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 52 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 XBL 637E?

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What year was XBL 637E registered?

XBL 637E is a 1974 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is XBL 637E safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBL 637E shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBL 637E have outstanding finance?

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