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H69 KLJ

1990 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

93,551 mi
Last recorded93,551 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH69 KLJ
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 93,551 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 93,271 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 92,529 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 92,191 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

advice all suspension parts are corroded

Fail 10 May 2019 92,167 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Upper Body component insecure roof bars (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 91,782 miles

advice corrosion too all suspension parts and chassis

Fail 5 Feb 2018 91,779 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

advice corrosion too all suspension parts and chassis

Pass 27 Sep 2016 90,606 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 88,126 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front joint (7.1.2)

O/S/Front tyre starting to perrish on outer wall

Rear shock absorbers showing signs of corrosion

Pass 3 Sep 2014 86,861 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 85,994 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 85,152 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 84,384 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 82,723 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 82,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 80,558 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 79,232 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 76,766 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 76,761 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 74,951 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 72,812 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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H69 KLJ is a 1990 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 H69 KLJ, 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 H69 KLJ registered?

H69 KLJ is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 November 1990.

Is H69 KLJ safe to buy?

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