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A1 JVB

1995 Lotus Elan

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,319 mi
Last recorded17,319 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Lotus Elan65,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 JVB
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 17,319 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 16,608 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 16,558 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 15,102 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 13,301 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 12,254 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 11,263 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 7,350 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 7,350 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 5,312 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 4,158 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 3,630 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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A1 JVB is a 1995 Lotus Elan in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 65,228 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 A1 JVB, 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 31 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 A1 JVB registered?

A1 JVB is a 1995 Lotus Elan, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is A1 JVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 JVB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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