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GAN 909J

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

28,236 mi
Last recorded28,236 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAN 909J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 28,236 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 28,164 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 28,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 28,042 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 27,933 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 27,933 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 27,918 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 27,906 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 27,888 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 27,876 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 27,865 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2012 27,842 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2011 27,806 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 27,602 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 27,552 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 27,543 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 27,523 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 27,422 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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GAN 909J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GAN 909J, 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 GAN 909J?

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What year was GAN 909J registered?

GAN 909J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is GAN 909J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAN 909J shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GAN 909J have outstanding finance?

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