MOT Status
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120,586 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear upper suspension arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear section of chassis corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front upper and lower suspension arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear upper suspension arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear section of chassis corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Inner edge worn to cords. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Inner edge worn to cords. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower shock absorber mounts corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear section of chassis corroding. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Coolant leak
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front broken (0.1 (b))
both rear tyres starting to perish and crack
chip in screen
front exhaust rubber split
Brake performance not tested due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear brake pipes corroded and leaking (front to rear flexis) (1.1.11 (c))
Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture all rear brake pipe from front of vehicle to rear flexis. (inadequate repair by painting over) (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Exhaust mounting defective Front exhaust rubber split (6.1.2 (a))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Direction indicator not working all indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Hazard warning switch inoperative Not turning on hazards (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear brake pipes corroded and leaking (front to rear flexis) (1.1.11 (c))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Front Exhaust mounting defective Front exhaust rubber split (6.1.2 (a))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
front n/s and o/s tyres wearing low.
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
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G199 CLD is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
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 G199 CLD, 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.
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G199 CLD is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1990.
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