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H140 WMW

1990 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,397 mi
Last recorded35,397 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH140 WMW
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 May 2025 35,397 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 34,757 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 33,906 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 33,728 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 33,610 miles

all coil springs corroded

engine oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2016 33,577 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 33,444 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 33,278 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 32,712 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 May 2012 32,293 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 31,887 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 31,208 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 30,858 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 24 May 2008 30,459 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 29,997 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 29,564 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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H140 WMW is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 H140 WMW, 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 H140 WMW registered?

H140 WMW is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H140 WMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H140 WMW shows 16 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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