MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,165 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
BRAKE PIPES AT REAR CORRODING
CORROSION ON REAR UPPER AND LOWER ARMS
OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE
REAR BRAKE DISCS RUSTY
SLIGHT LEAK FROM NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE
SURFACE CORROSION ON BOTH LOWER FRONT ARMS
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B16 CVS is a 1991 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 B16 CVS, 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
How do I check the history of B16 CVS?
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What year was B16 CVS registered?
B16 CVS is a 1991 Lotus Elan, first registered on 18 April 1991.
Is B16 CVS safe to buy?
The MOT history for B16 CVS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B16 CVS have outstanding finance?
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