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N587 GEX

1995 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,001 mi
Last recorded24,001 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 1995 Lotus Elan65,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN587 GEX
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2018 24,001 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 23,947 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 23,860 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 23,804 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 23,746 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 23,586 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 23,178 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 22,927 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 22,517 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 21,791 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 20,384 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 19,259 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 17,487 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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N587 GEX is a 1995 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N587 GEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N587 GEX registered?

N587 GEX is a 1995 Lotus Elan, first registered on 20 September 1995.

Is N587 GEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N587 GEX shows 13 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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