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GDD 55L

1973 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,051 mi
Last recorded78,051 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDD 55L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2017 78,051 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 77,067 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 76,675 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2014 76,273 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 75,867 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 75,196 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 74,146 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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GDD 55L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GDD 55L, 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 GDD 55L?

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What year was GDD 55L registered?

GDD 55L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 29 March 1973.

Is GDD 55L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDD 55L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GDD 55L have outstanding finance?

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