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G199 CLD

1990 Lotus Elan

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

120,586 mi
Last recorded120,586 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG199 CLD
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 120,586 miles

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))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 120,272 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 120,129 miles

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))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 120,105 miles

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))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 119,521 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 118,645 miles

Coolant leak

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 118,470 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 118,460 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2018 118,446 miles

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))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 118,446 miles

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))

Pass 23 Dec 2013 116,861 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 116,752 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 116,238 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 113,286 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 110,412 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 110,890 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 106,906 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 106,906 miles

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)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 102,839 miles

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?

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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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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