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H6 LAN

1992 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,053 mi
Last recorded56,053 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH6 LAN
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 56,053 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 55,462 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 55,288 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT/REAR (INNER) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 55,118 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted, both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 55,022 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 54,848 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 54,474 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 53,969 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 53,486 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 52,821 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 52,315 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 51,376 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 50,498 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 49,322 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 48,377 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 47,586 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 46,215 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 45,377 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 43,786 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 42,617 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 40,239 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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H6 LAN is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H6 LAN, 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 H6 LAN registered?

H6 LAN is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 29 February 1992.

Is H6 LAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H6 LAN shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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