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8 JXG

1991 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

82,334 mi
Last recorded82,334 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1991 Lotus Elan80,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8 JXG
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 82,334 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 82,330 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 82,323 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 82,287 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 82,065 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

centre exhaust has been repaired

Pass 29 Jun 2013 81,858 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 81,569 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

centre exhaust mounting had been repaired

Pass 8 Jun 2011 81,239 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 80,434 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 78,491 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 76,143 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 76,105 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 72,719 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 67,884 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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8 JXG is a 1991 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 80,091 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 8 JXG, 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 35 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 8 JXG registered?

8 JXG is a 1991 Lotus Elan, first registered on 19 April 1991.

Is 8 JXG safe to buy?

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