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H11 KDH

1990 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,251 mi
Last recorded65,251 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH11 KDH
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2023 65,251 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 62,790 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 60,271 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Please Note † Brake ferrules on all hoses have started to corrode.

Please note † Front and rear suspension arm top and bottom have started to corrode

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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H11 KDH is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H11 KDH, 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 H11 KDH registered?

H11 KDH is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 3 August 1990.

Is H11 KDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H11 KDH shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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