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J663 FEX

1992 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,417 mi
Last recorded103,417 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ663 FEX
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 103,417 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 102,396 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 102,020 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 101,464 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 14 Apr 2023 101,464 miles

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2022 101,451 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 101,048 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 100,229 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 100,149 miles

exhaust rear box bracket broken

Pass 22 Jun 2015 99,691 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 98,142 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 97,207 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 96,722 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 96,362 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 93,826 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 93,791 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 May 2009 92,278 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 90,329 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 86,311 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 80,499 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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J663 FEX is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 J663 FEX, 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.

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What year was J663 FEX registered?

J663 FEX is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 29 June 1992.

Is J663 FEX safe to buy?

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