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GTF 911

1970 Lotus Elan

Brown Petrol 1568cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,525 mi
Last recorded97,525 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2010
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTF 911
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,568cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2010 97,525 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 97,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 97,457 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 97,395 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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GTF 911 is a 1970 Lotus Elan in Brown with a 1,568cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GTF 911, 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

How do I check the history of GTF 911?

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What year was GTF 911 registered?

GTF 911 is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is GTF 911 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTF 911 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GTF 911 have outstanding finance?

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