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L38 JOB

1994 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

63,696 mi
Last recorded63,696 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 1994 Lotus Elan65,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL38 JOB
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 63,696 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 62,653 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 62,421 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 61,517 miles

weep from power steering pump

Pass 17 Jul 2017 61,172 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 59,391 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 59,054 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 58,966 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 58,625 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 58,236 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 57,753 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 57,295 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 56,640 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 56,120 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 55,487 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 54,725 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 54,086 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 54,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

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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L38 JOB is a 1994 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1994 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 65,737 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 L38 JOB, 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 32 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 L38 JOB registered?

L38 JOB is a 1994 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 July 1994.

Is L38 JOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L38 JOB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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