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RHP 940H

1982 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

10,323 mi
Last recorded10,323 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHP 940H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 10,323 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 9,930 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 9,794 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 9,794 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 9,750 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 9,754 miles

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 9,725 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 9,709 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 9,631 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2012 9,584 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both rear driveshaft rubber joints have deteriorated with age.advise replacement now

Fail 24 May 2011 9,456 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

rear driveshaft rubber couplings starting to deteriorate

Pass 24 May 2011 9,456 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

rear driveshaft rubber couplings starting to deteriorate

Fail 17 May 2010 9,269 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2010 9,269 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 8,923 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 8,884 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 8,555 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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RHP 940H is a 1982 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RHP 940H, 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 44 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 RHP 940H registered?

RHP 940H is a 1982 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 June 1982.

Is RHP 940H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHP 940H shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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