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M885 MYH

1995 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,236 mi
Last recorded25,236 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1995 Lotus Elan65,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM885 MYH
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 25,236 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 25,230 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 25,224 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 25,211 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 25,205 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2014 25,199 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 25,193 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 25,174 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 25,033 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 25,033 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 24,609 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 24,501 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 24,454 miles

N/S/F and N/S/R tyres have slight sidewall damage

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 24,325 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 24,052 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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M885 MYH is a 1995 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1995 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 65,228 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 M885 MYH, 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 31 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M885 MYH registered?

M885 MYH is a 1995 Lotus Elan, first registered on 27 April 1995.

Is M885 MYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M885 MYH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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