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G485 KVG

1990 Lotus Elan

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,120 mi
Last recorded89,120 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG485 KVG
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 89,120 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 88,989 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 88,792 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 88,493 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 87,803 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 86,917 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 86,080 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 85,345 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 84,020 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 82,835 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 82,829 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

nsr brake disc corroded on inner

Pass 21 May 2010 82,485 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 82,485 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 13 May 2009 82,193 miles

Off side brake hanging on

Pass 21 May 2008 81,783 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 7 May 2008 81,707 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 May 2007 81,028 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 May 2006 75,783 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 75,771 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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G485 KVG is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 G485 KVG, 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 G485 KVG?

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What year was G485 KVG registered?

G485 KVG is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 19 January 1990.

Is G485 KVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G485 KVG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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