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G190 HUK

1990 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,191 mi
Last recorded19,191 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG190 HUK
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 19,191 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 19,175 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 18,743 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 18,732 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 18,112 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 17,266 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 16,300 miles

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 May 2011 16,245 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 16,245 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,853 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 15,846 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 15,205 miles

Bothrear tyre side walls slightly perished.

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 May 2007 14,945 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 14,037 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front 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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G190 HUK is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 G190 HUK, 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 G190 HUK registered?

G190 HUK is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 14 June 1990.

Is G190 HUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G190 HUK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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