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H199 UJX

1990 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

105,612 mi
Last recorded105,612 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH199 UJX
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 105,612 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 104,978 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 104,366 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 104,366 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 May 2017 104,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre 3/4 tread 2.42mm / sidewall cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre 3/4 tread 2.76mm / sidewall cracking (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake pads 85% worn / discs pitted

Pass 17 May 2016 102,998 miles

Front both tyres tread below 3mm

Nearside Front Outer tyre sidewall cracked (no cords)

Rear both brake discs inner faces pitted

Rear slight play to both wheel hubs

exhaust centre pipe clamp snapped and system holed

Pass 2 May 2015 101,877 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 May 2014 99,278 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 99,252 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 98,783 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 97,864 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 94,790 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 91,796 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 88,442 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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H199 UJX is a 1990 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 H199 UJX, 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 H199 UJX registered?

H199 UJX is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H199 UJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H199 UJX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H199 UJX have outstanding finance?

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