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DS 2800

1990 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,174 mi
Last recorded15,174 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS 2800
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 15,174 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 15,174 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 15,168 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 15,168 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 15,157 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 15,145 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 15,059 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 14,315 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 13,782 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 13,278 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 12,604 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 11,937 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 11,154 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 10,398 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 9,226 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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DS 2800 is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DS 2800, 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 DS 2800?

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What year was DS 2800 registered?

DS 2800 is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 8 July 1990.

Is DS 2800 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS 2800 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS 2800 have outstanding finance?

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