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FIB 3344

1990 Lotus Elan

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,993 mi
Last recorded124,993 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2008
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIB 3344
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2008 124,993 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 124,500 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 124,500 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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FIB 3344 is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FIB 3344, 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 FIB 3344?

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What year was FIB 3344 registered?

FIB 3344 is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 26 October 1990.

Is FIB 3344 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIB 3344 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.

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