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G926 XPM

1990 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,040 mi
Last recorded88,040 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2010
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG926 XPM
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2010 88,040 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

power steering pipes corroed slightly

Fail 23 Nov 2010 88,037 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

power steering pipes corroed slightly

Pass 5 Nov 2009 87,599 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 84,921 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

power steering pipes slightly corroded

Fail 18 Aug 2008 84,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

power steering pipes slightly corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2007 81,180 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in steering rack

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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G926 XPM is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G926 XPM, 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 G926 XPM?

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What year was G926 XPM registered?

G926 XPM is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 6 July 1990.

Is G926 XPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G926 XPM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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