1971 Lotus Elan+2 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Elan+2 models manufactured in 1971, based on 255 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1971 Lotus Elan+2 vintage page → (80.0% current pass rate)1971 Lotus Elan+2 MOT Analysis
The 1971 Lotus Elan+2 has an MOT pass rate of 83.9% based on 255 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 57,107 miles on the odometer. With a 16.1% failure rate, the 1971 Elan+2 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1971 Lotus Elan+2 is Brakes, responsible for 0.4% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400.
Top failures specific to 1971 models only. The overall Elan+2 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 57,107 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 0.07 | 0.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1971 Lotus Elan+2 has an MOT pass rate of 83.9% based on 255 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 57,107 miles on the odometer. With a 16.1% failure rate, the 1971 Elan+2 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1971 Lotus Elan+2, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). At 57,107 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Brakes — 0.4% of failures
Brakes issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1971 Lotus Elan+2 models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.