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GPK 729N

1975 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,568 mi
Last recorded49,568 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPK 729N
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 49,568 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 48,317 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 46,315 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 45,396 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 43,910 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 42,807 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 42,587 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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GPK 729N is a 1975 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GPK 729N, 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 51 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 GPK 729N?

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What year was GPK 729N registered?

GPK 729N is a 1975 Lotus Elan, first registered on 8 January 1975.

Is GPK 729N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPK 729N 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 GPK 729N have outstanding finance?

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