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K720 UPG

1992 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,298 mi
Last recorded92,298 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2013
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK720 UPG
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2013 92,298 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 92,289 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 91,760 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 91,201 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 90,949 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 90,558 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 89,598 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 18 Apr 2006 88,479 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 88,479 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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K720 UPG is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 K720 UPG, 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 K720 UPG registered?

K720 UPG is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K720 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K720 UPG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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