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M379 UME

1994 Lotus Elan

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,523 mi
Last recorded71,523 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Lotus Elan65,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM379 UME
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1994
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 71,523 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 71,179 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 71,118 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 70,973 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 70,115 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 70,112 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 63,242 miles

Front Steering column retaining device missing (2.1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 63,242 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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M379 UME is a 1994 Lotus Elan in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M379 UME, 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 M379 UME?

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What year was M379 UME registered?

M379 UME is a 1994 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M379 UME safe to buy?

The MOT history for M379 UME shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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