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J591 ATO

1992 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,939 mi
Last recorded50,939 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ591 ATO
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2013 50,939 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 50,766 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 50,027 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

advise clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 20 Apr 2009 48,998 miles

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

brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 16 Apr 2008 48,336 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 47,432 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 45,564 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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J591 ATO is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests 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 J591 ATO, 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 J591 ATO registered?

J591 ATO is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 July 1992.

Is J591 ATO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J591 ATO shows 7 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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