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H549 KSX

1990 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,635 mi
Last recorded17,635 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH549 KSX
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 17,635 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 17,605 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 17,384 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 17,346 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 16,886 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 16,434 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 15,438 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 15,438 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 May 2013 14,086 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

REAR SERVICE BRAKE APPLICATION IS LOW

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 13,025 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 11,500 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 10,594 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 10,117 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 8,810 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 6,762 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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H549 KSX is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 H549 KSX, 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 H549 KSX registered?

H549 KSX is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H549 KSX safe to buy?

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