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C8 DLT

1992 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,308 mi
Last recorded54,308 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 DLT
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 54,308 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 56,147 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 54,137 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 52,705 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 51,167 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 51,053 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 51,051 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

check engine light on

Pass 12 Jun 2007 50,860 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 8 Jun 2007 50,858 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 May 2006 50,520 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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C8 DLT is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C8 DLT, 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

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What year was C8 DLT registered?

C8 DLT is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is C8 DLT safe to buy?

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