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M824 NPJ

1994 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,872 mi
Last recorded39,872 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 1994 Lotus Elan65,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM824 NPJ
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2022 39,872 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 39,732 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 39,600 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 39,538 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 39,352 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 39,183 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 38,931 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 38,055 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 74,513 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 36,691 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 35,809 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 33,565 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 33,086 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 29,412 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 29,078 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

off side and near side rear brake readings low

Pass 1 Aug 2007 28,944 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 28,645 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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M824 NPJ is a 1994 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 M824 NPJ, 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 M824 NPJ?

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What year was M824 NPJ registered?

M824 NPJ is a 1994 Lotus Elan, first registered on 12 August 1994.

Is M824 NPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M824 NPJ shows 17 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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