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K914 UBA

1992 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,916 mi
Last recorded62,916 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK914 UBA
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2026 62,916 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 60,741 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 59,692 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 58,804 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 58,131 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 55,522 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 48,643 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 45,774 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 43,962 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 42,670 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 41,927 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 40,504 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,027 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 39,109 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 36,319 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 33,557 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 30,556 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 26,126 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 15 Jan 2008 24,681 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 22,029 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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K914 UBA is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 K914 UBA, 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 K914 UBA registered?

K914 UBA is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K914 UBA safe to buy?

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