MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
108,148 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
front brake imbalance at 23%
rear brake efforts low due to load compensators
Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
front brake imbalance at 23%
rear brake efforts low due to load compensators
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?
Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SUE 214W is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
Across all 1990 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 82,230 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 SUE 214W, 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 36 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 SUE 214W?
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What year was SUE 214W registered?
SUE 214W is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 3 August 1990.
Is SUE 214W safe to buy?
The MOT history for SUE 214W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SUE 214W have outstanding finance?
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