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GFW 784K

1972 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98 mi
Last recorded98 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFW 784K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 98 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 99,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2017 99,670 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 99,467 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 99,458 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 99,264 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 99,125 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 98,999 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 98,789 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 98,541 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 98,476 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 11 Jun 2007 98,108 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 98,108 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 97,696 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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GFW 784K is a 1972 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 52,454 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 GFW 784K, 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 54 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 GFW 784K registered?

GFW 784K is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is GFW 784K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFW 784K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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