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H370 NJM

1991 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

97,083 mi
Last recorded97,083 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2024
Typical for 1991 Lotus Elan80,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH370 NJM
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2024 97,083 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 96,769 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 96,453 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 96,001 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 95,767 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 95,248 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 94,271 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 93,178 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 92,057 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 91,247 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 89,602 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 81,578 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 81,567 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 77,966 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2011 77,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 75,880 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 72,152 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 65,596 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 56,898 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 46,842 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Jan 2007 46,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2005 45,645 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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H370 NJM is a 1991 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 80,091 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 H370 NJM, 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 35 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H370 NJM?

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What year was H370 NJM registered?

H370 NJM is a 1991 Lotus Elan, first registered on 26 January 1991.

Is H370 NJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H370 NJM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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