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UIB 2096

1990 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,803 mi
Last recorded98,803 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Lotus Elan82,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIB 2096
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 98,803 miles

Front and Rear coil springs rusty and slightly corroded.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 98,803 miles

Front and Rear coil springs rusty and slightly corroded.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 98,117 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 97,083 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 96,245 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 95,455 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 94,578 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 94,578 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 93,586 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 92,859 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 91,551 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 90,709 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 89,609 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 89,577 miles

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 87,898 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 86,734 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 84,971 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 82,516 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 80,909 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 78,562 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 76,075 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 72,264 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 68,384 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 63,530 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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UIB 2096 is a 1990 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 UIB 2096, 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 UIB 2096?

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What year was UIB 2096 registered?

UIB 2096 is a 1990 Lotus Elan, first registered on 8 October 1990.

Is UIB 2096 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIB 2096 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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