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H150 AKP

1990 Lotus Elan

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,469 mi
Last recorded66,469 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH150 AKP
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 May 2018 66,469 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 May 2017 58,866 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 51,840 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 43,998 miles

N/S/F Tyre is cracked around the side wall

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 40,826 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S/F headlight is slow to pop up when switched on.

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 40,174 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2007 39,615 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

slight noise o/s/r wheel bearing

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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H150 AKP is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 H150 AKP, 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 H150 AKP registered?

H150 AKP is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H150 AKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H150 AKP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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