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B16 GLP

1990 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,970 mi
Last recorded59,970 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 GLP
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 59,970 miles

Suspension components corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2024 57,007 miles

ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED BUT NOT SERIOUSLY WEAKENED

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 56,965 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 56,722 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 56,312 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 55,863 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 55,079 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 54,189 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 53,755 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 53,134 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 53,001 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 51,803 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 50,354 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 50,354 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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B16 GLP is a 1990 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 1990 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 82,230 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 B16 GLP, 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 36 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 GLP?

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What year was B16 GLP registered?

B16 GLP is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is B16 GLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 GLP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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