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H725 NEL

1990 Lotus Elan

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,447 mi
Last recorded94,447 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH725 NEL
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 May 2015 94,447 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 94,003 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 92,065 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 91,505 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 91,146 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 90,654 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 84,344 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 77,658 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 71,468 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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H725 NEL is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 H725 NEL, 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 H725 NEL registered?

H725 NEL is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H725 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H725 NEL shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H725 NEL have outstanding finance?

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