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GCX 339L

1973 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,327 mi
Last recorded21,327 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCX 339L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 21,327 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 20,801 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 19,601 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 19,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 18,802 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 18,150 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 17,051 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 16,414 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 15,538 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 14,246 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 13,438 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 12,743 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 12,249 miles

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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GCX 339L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 50,618 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 GCX 339L, 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 53 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 GCX 339L?

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What year was GCX 339L registered?

GCX 339L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 29 March 1973.

Is GCX 339L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCX 339L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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