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ALZ 9240

1992 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,319 mi
Last recorded59,319 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 9240
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 59,319 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 59,316 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 59,298 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 59,295 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 59,014 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 58,948 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 58,808 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 58,655 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 58,472 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 58,293 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 58,025 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 57,022 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 55,894 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2010 55,894 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 54,987 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front wipers deteriorated

Pass 5 Aug 2008 54,084 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 1 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 51,882 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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ALZ 9240 is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1992 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 76,086 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 ALZ 9240, 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 34 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 ALZ 9240?

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What year was ALZ 9240 registered?

ALZ 9240 is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 4 January 1992.

Is ALZ 9240 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALZ 9240 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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