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H711 SPW

1990 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,026 mi
Last recorded93,026 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH711 SPW
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2013 93,026 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight corrosion to all 4 brake discs

Pass 23 Aug 2012 90,255 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 87,707 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 85,598 miles

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

unable to rbt due to low suspension kit

Pass 24 Jul 2009 82,346 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 79,248 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 76,022 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 72,076 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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H711 SPW is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H711 SPW, 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 H711 SPW registered?

H711 SPW is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 25 October 1990.

Is H711 SPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H711 SPW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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