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KUI 3707

1992 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

89,009 mi
Last recorded89,009 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUI 3707
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 89,009 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 88,814 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 88,701 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 88,326 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 88,023 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 87,587 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 87,336 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 86,899 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

anti slip missing from throttle and clutch

rear tyres perished and worn slightly out of shape

Pass 7 May 2010 84,888 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 84,883 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 14 May 2009 84,045 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 82,826 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 80,779 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 78,938 miles
Pass 11 May 2005 73,625 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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KUI 3707 is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KUI 3707, 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 KUI 3707 registered?

KUI 3707 is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 June 1992.

Is KUI 3707 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUI 3707 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KUI 3707 have outstanding finance?

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