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M669 RVY

1994 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,876 mi
Last recorded74,876 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Lotus Elan65,737 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM669 RVY
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 74,876 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 14,394 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 12,956 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 10,409 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 7,440 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 7,438 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2005 5,371 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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M669 RVY is a 1994 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M669 RVY, 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 M669 RVY?

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What year was M669 RVY registered?

M669 RVY is a 1994 Lotus Elan, first registered on 23 September 1994.

Is M669 RVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M669 RVY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M669 RVY have outstanding finance?

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