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J4 VAU

1992 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,385 mi
Last recorded115,385 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2006
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 VAU
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2006 115,385 miles

Brake disc faces show surface rusting

Offside dip beam slightly high.

Reduced performance at rear service brake.

Slight play atnearside front anti roll bar link

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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J4 VAU is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 76,086 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 J4 VAU, 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 34 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 J4 VAU registered?

J4 VAU is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 13 November 1992.

Is J4 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J4 VAU shows 1 test 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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