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F20 GAW

1990 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

36,019 mi
Last recorded36,019 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF20 GAW
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 36,019 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 35,364 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 34,754 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 33,819 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 32,580 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 30,726 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 28,805 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 28,705 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 28,619 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 28,425 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 28,289 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 28,008 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 27,766 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 27,498 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre wearing lower inner edge

rear brake discs slightly pitted inner surfaces

Pass 4 Jun 2009 27,413 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 27,142 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 26,651 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 25,693 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 24,608 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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F20 GAW is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 F20 GAW, 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 F20 GAW registered?

F20 GAW is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 9 August 1990.

Is F20 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F20 GAW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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