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J75 TNK

1992 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,621 mi
Last recorded20,621 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ75 TNK
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 20,621 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 20,373 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 20,180 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 20,074 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 19,959 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 19,877 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 19,877 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 19,448 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 19,150 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,021 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 18,777 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 17,880 miles

rear brakes efforts on test low !!

Pass 18 Jun 2009 17,286 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 16,768 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 15,926 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 15,088 miles

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

rear exhaust box corroding

Pass 16 Jun 2005 13,735 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING TO LIMITS ON INNER EDGES !!

BOTH REAR FOOT BRAKE READINGS LOW (N/S 53 kgf- O/S 55 kgf )

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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J75 TNK is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J75 TNK, 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 J75 TNK registered?

J75 TNK is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 3 July 1992.

Is J75 TNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J75 TNK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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