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GTE 100K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,424 mi
Last recorded65,424 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2020
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTE 100K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2020 65,424 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 65,262 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 65,131 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 65,131 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 64,999 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 64,739 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 64,700 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 64,614 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 64,584 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 64,584 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 63,382 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 61,769 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 60,288 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 59,144 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 57,421 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 55,821 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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GTE 100K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 49,460 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 GTE 100K, 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 55 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 GTE 100K?

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What year was GTE 100K registered?

GTE 100K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is GTE 100K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTE 100K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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