MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,890 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
oil leak
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
offside rear handbrake assembly binding slightly
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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57 GK is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1971 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 49,460 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 57 GK, 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 55 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 57 GK?
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What year was 57 GK registered?
57 GK is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 April 1971.
Is 57 GK safe to buy?
The MOT history for 57 GK shows 12 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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