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WAY 90J

1970 Lotus Elan

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

97,185 mi
Last recorded97,185 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 1970 Lotus Elan51,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAY 90J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 97,185 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre is wearing

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2019 97,185 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner tyre is wearing

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 97,003 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 96,978 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 96,554 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 96,170 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 95,982 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 95,982 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 95,743 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 95,430 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 94,911 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 94,677 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 94,361 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 94,018 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 93,975 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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WAY 90J is a 1970 Lotus Elan in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,693 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 WAY 90J, 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 56 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WAY 90J registered?

WAY 90J is a 1970 Lotus Elan, first registered on 4 August 1970.

Is WAY 90J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAY 90J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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