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GUR 570L

1972 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,812 mi
Last recorded49,812 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 1972 Lotus Elan52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUR 570L
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 49,812 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 49,753 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 49,546 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 49,508 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear shock absorber knocks

steering column has end-float

Pass 16 Mar 2015 49,508 miles

nearside rear shock absorber knocks

steering column has end-float

Pass 3 Feb 2014 49,179 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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GUR 570L is a 1972 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GUR 570L, 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

How do I check the history of GUR 570L?

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What year was GUR 570L registered?

GUR 570L is a 1972 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is GUR 570L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUR 570L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GUR 570L have outstanding finance?

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