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RJH 20D

1983 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,909 mi
Last recorded33,909 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJH 20D
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 33,909 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 33,808 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 33,777 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 33,665 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 33,238 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 32,995 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 32,995 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 32,697 miles

offside & nearside rear discs corroded & slightly pitted.

Pass 27 Apr 2009 32,400 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 31,681 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 30,371 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

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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RJH 20D is a 1983 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RJH 20D, 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 43 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 RJH 20D?

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What year was RJH 20D registered?

RJH 20D is a 1983 Lotus Elan, first registered on 28 November 1983.

Is RJH 20D safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJH 20D shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJH 20D have outstanding finance?

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