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G400 UDS

1990 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

21,096 mi
Last recorded21,096 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG400 UDS
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 21,096 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 21,095 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 20,664 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 20,578 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 20,570 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2023 20,564 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 20,564 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive limit 3.5 actual 3.97co (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 20,236 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 19,852 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 17,472 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 15,702 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 15,541 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 15,118 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 14,806 miles

service brake efficiency just met

Pass 18 Mar 2016 14,105 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 13,218 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 12,374 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 10,855 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 9,054 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 8,524 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 8,514 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 8,514 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 8,514 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 8,473 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 8,363 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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G400 UDS is a 1990 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 G400 UDS, 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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What year was G400 UDS registered?

G400 UDS is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G400 UDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G400 UDS shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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