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A3 LGM

1991 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,665 mi
Last recorded68,665 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2009
Typical for 1991 Lotus Elan80,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 LGM
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2009 68,665 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 67,964 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 67,015 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2005 67,015 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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A3 LGM is a 1991 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A3 LGM, 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 A3 LGM registered?

A3 LGM is a 1991 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is A3 LGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 LGM 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 A3 LGM have outstanding finance?

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