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H389 LPR

1991 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

58,481 mi
Last recorded58,481 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Lotus Elan80,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH389 LPR
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2026 58,481 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 May 2025 57,329 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 55,761 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 54,806 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 53,829 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 53,687 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 53,660 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 53,189 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 52,762 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 52,734 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 52,649 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 52,423 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 51,960 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 51,636 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 51,304 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 51,104 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 50,955 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 50,637 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 50,430 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 50,105 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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H389 LPR is a 1991 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 H389 LPR, 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 H389 LPR?

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What year was H389 LPR registered?

H389 LPR is a 1991 Lotus Elan, first registered on 7 March 1991.

Is H389 LPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H389 LPR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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