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GDF 682L

1973 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

78,970 mi
Last recorded78,970 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1973 Lotus Elan50,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDF 682L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 78,970 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 78,825 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 78,765 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 78,316 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 77,971 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 76,899 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 76,395 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 76,395 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 75,375 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 75,087 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 74,686 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 74,063 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 73,948 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 73,274 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 72,995 miles

rear brake discs rusted due to vehicle standing

Pass 4 Mar 2011 72,125 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 71,015 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 69,968 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

brake pedal travel slightly low on first application

Pass 18 Jan 2008 68,112 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 64,939 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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GDF 682L is a 1973 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GDF 682L, 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

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What year was GDF 682L registered?

GDF 682L is a 1973 Lotus Elan, first registered on 27 April 1973.

Is GDF 682L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDF 682L shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GDF 682L have outstanding finance?

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