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YUY 138G

1968 Lotus Elan +2

Blue Other 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,859 mi
Last recorded48,859 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1968 Lotus Elan +242,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUY 138G
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 48,859 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 48,835 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 48,826 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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YUY 138G is a 1968 Lotus Elan +2 in Blue with a 1,558cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1968 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 42,982 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 YUY 138G, 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 58 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 YUY 138G?

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What year was YUY 138G registered?

YUY 138G is a 1968 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 1 August 1968.

Is YUY 138G safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUY 138G 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 YUY 138G have outstanding finance?

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