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J656 UOB

1992 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

130,128 mi
Last recorded130,128 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ656 UOB
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 130,128 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 130,128 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 130,004 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2025 130,004 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 129,954 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 129,787 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 129,689 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 129,523 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 129,255 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 128,959 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 128,700 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 128,081 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 127,768 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 127,381 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 126,818 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 126,214 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 125,179 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 124,263 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 123,235 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2008 122,653 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 122,070 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 120,931 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 120,931 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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J656 UOB is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 J656 UOB, 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 J656 UOB registered?

J656 UOB is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 13 March 1992.

Is J656 UOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J656 UOB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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