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BHY 160H

1996 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,510 mi
Last recorded72,510 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elan53,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHY 160H
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 72,510 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 71,975 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 71,535 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 70,800 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 70,177 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 69,218 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 67,918 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 67,374 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 66,031 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 64,708 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 64,708 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 63,453 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

slight play and noise from nearside front wheelbearing

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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BHY 160H is a 1996 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 53,185 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 BHY 160H, 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 30 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 BHY 160H?

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What year was BHY 160H registered?

BHY 160H is a 1996 Lotus Elan, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is BHY 160H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHY 160H shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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