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J214 JKN

1992 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,373 mi
Last recorded45,373 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ214 JKN
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 45,373 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 45,134 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 44,920 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 44,745 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 44,480 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 44,274 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2016 44,274 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 43,933 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 43,758 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 43,492 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 43,124 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 42,840 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 42,505 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 42,505 miles

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

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

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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J214 JKN is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J214 JKN, 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 J214 JKN registered?

J214 JKN is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J214 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J214 JKN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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