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B8 RBD

1990 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

64,083 mi
Last recorded64,083 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 RBD
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 64,083 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 63,663 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 63,055 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 62,320 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 61,488 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 61,479 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Rear exhaust clamp loose

Pass 18 Feb 2021 60,277 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 59,391 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 57,285 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 56,051 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 56,039 miles

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 53,319 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 52,317 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 50,107 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 47,379 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 45,212 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 42,187 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 42,034 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 41,464 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 40,638 miles

front brake discs some distortion

rear service brake low performance

Pass 27 Sep 2008 39,531 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 38,275 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 36,494 miles

offside pop up headlamp lazy

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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B8 RBD is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 B8 RBD, 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

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What year was B8 RBD registered?

B8 RBD is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 19 June 1990.

Is B8 RBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 RBD shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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