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M768 TMK

1994 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,343 mi
Last recorded45,343 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1994 Lotus Elan65,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM768 TMK
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 45,343 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 44,862 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 44,552 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 43,260 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres close to limit. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 41,705 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 41,576 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 39,861 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 39,523 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 38,225 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 38,225 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 37,245 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 35,817 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 34,152 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,937 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 31,170 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 10 May 2006 29,174 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

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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M768 TMK is a 1994 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M768 TMK, 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.

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What year was M768 TMK registered?

M768 TMK is a 1994 Lotus Elan, first registered on 3 October 1994.

Is M768 TMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M768 TMK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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