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H2 DCP

1990 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,039 mi
Last recorded35,039 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH2 DCP
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 35,039 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 34,659 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 34,606 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 34,463 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 34,092 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 33,606 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 33,415 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 33,398 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 32,689 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 31,675 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 31,665 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 30,850 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 29,762 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 28,666 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

exhaust holed at front

rear exhaust cracked

Pass 13 May 2014 26,463 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play evident in nearside rear hub assembley

Pass 17 Apr 2013 25,233 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 24,626 miles

all suspension components corroded

n/s/f brake caliper binding

n/s/f brake pads worn very low

Pass 2 Feb 2011 24,409 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 24,117 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 23,974 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 23,807 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 23,744 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 21,952 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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H2 DCP is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 H2 DCP, 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 H2 DCP registered?

H2 DCP is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 11 December 1990.

Is H2 DCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H2 DCP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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