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GM 9544

1972 Lotus Elan

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

23,647 mi
Last recorded23,647 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM 9544
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 23,647 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 23,054 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 22,854 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 22,562 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 22,463 miles

oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2015 22,415 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 22,181 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 22,055 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 21,834 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 21,495 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 21,470 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GM 9544 is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GM 9544, 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 GM 9544 registered?

GM 9544 is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is GM 9544 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM 9544 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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