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HGU 454J

1999 Lotus Elan

Multi-colour Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,744 mi
Last recorded51,744 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 454J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2007 51,744 miles

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

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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HGU 454J is a 1999 Lotus Elan in Multi-colour with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HGU 454J, 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 27 years old, this Lotus Elan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HGU 454J registered?

HGU 454J is a 1999 Lotus Elan, first registered on 5 July 1999.

Is HGU 454J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 454J shows 1 test 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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