MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,715 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread Perspex cover faded (6.3.1d)
Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread Perspex cover faded (6.3.1d)
both rear brakes,effort on low side
handbrake lever travel near limit
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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H599 XYL is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 H599 XYL, 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.
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How do I check the history of H599 XYL?
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What year was H599 XYL registered?
H599 XYL is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 20 September 1990.
Is H599 XYL safe to buy?
The MOT history for H599 XYL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does H599 XYL have outstanding finance?
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