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M100 NWM

1994 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,908 mi
Last recorded38,908 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Lotus Elan65,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM100 NWM
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 38,908 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 38,347 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 37,703 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 36,919 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 36,221 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 35,251 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 34,360 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 33,949 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 32,407 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 31,833 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 30,833 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 29,781 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,783 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 27,681 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 27,450 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 27,297 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 27,188 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 26,955 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 26,675 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 26,192 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 25,114 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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M100 NWM is a 1994 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M100 NWM, 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 M100 NWM?

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What year was M100 NWM registered?

M100 NWM is a 1994 Lotus Elan, first registered on 28 November 1994.

Is M100 NWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M100 NWM shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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