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H118 GJO

1990 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,552 mi
Last recorded109,552 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH118 GJO
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 109,552 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 109,332 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 109,260 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 109,259 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 109,025 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 108,585 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 108,370 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 107,742 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 107,163 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 106,635 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 106,335 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 105,697 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 105,697 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 105,388 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 105,071 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 104,569 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 103,471 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 102,785 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 101,622 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 101,619 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 100,786 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 98,721 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 96,890 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 95,289 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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H118 GJO is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H118 GJO, 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

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What year was H118 GJO registered?

H118 GJO is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 20 December 1990.

Is H118 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for H118 GJO shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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