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L676 APB

1994 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,475 mi
Last recorded38,475 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1994 Lotus Elan65,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL676 APB
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 38,475 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 38,056 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 37,547 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 37,257 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 37,037 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 36,597 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 35,196 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 34,315 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 21,977 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 21,969 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 21,293 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 20,545 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 19,585 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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L676 APB is a 1994 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L676 APB, 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

How do I check the history of L676 APB?

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What year was L676 APB registered?

L676 APB is a 1994 Lotus Elan, first registered on 18 June 1994.

Is L676 APB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L676 APB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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