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JGC 72K

1971 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,942 mi
Last recorded29,942 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGC 72K
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2018 29,942 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,720 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 29,614 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 29,569 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 29,465 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 29,294 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 29,207 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 28,988 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 28,766 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 28,588 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 28,446 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 28,162 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 27,262 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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JGC 72K is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JGC 72K, 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

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What year was JGC 72K registered?

JGC 72K is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 4 August 1971.

Is JGC 72K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGC 72K shows 13 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 JGC 72K have outstanding finance?

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