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M63 GRT

1994 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

34,537 mi
Last recorded34,537 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Lotus Elan65,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM63 GRT
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 34,537 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 33,052 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 31,442 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 29,887 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 27,085 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 25,982 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 25,925 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 25,733 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 25,646 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 25,278 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 24,919 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 24,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 24,750 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 24,750 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 24,511 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 23,713 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 22,584 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 21,758 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 21,758 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nail in n/s front tyre

Pass 30 May 2009 20,721 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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M63 GRT is a 1994 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 M63 GRT, 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 M63 GRT registered?

M63 GRT is a 1994 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M63 GRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M63 GRT shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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