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GPF 519J

1970 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,321 mi
Last recorded48,321 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPF 519J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 May 2017 48,321 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 47,543 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 46,864 miles

nearside front inner wheel arch has contamintion of grease

Pass 28 Aug 2013 46,705 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 46,487 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 46,315 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 45,543 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 45,528 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 45,217 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 45,041 miles

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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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GPF 519J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 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 GPF 519J, 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 56 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 GPF 519J registered?

GPF 519J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 20 October 1970.

Is GPF 519J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPF 519J shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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