CarVerify

Free Car Check

J246 VRX

1992 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,284 mi
Last recorded118,284 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ246 VRX
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 118,284 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Sump damaged, not leaking

Pass 24 Nov 2021 117,542 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump has slight damage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Plastic covers fitted to the underside of the vehicle

Fail 23 Nov 2021 117,542 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake pad hold down pin has worked its way loose (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive sump has slight damage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Plastic covers fitted to the underside of the vehicle

Pass 29 Oct 2020 116,750 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 116,750 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive see print out (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 116,690 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 springs slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front anti roll bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 116,106 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 116,095 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 115,812 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 115,528 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 115,490 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 115,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 114,538 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 113,714 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 113,142 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 111,922 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 111,041 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 110,997 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 109,750 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 108,409 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
Full Lotus Elan reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J246 VRX is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 J246 VRX, 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

How do I check the history of J246 VRX?

You can check the full history of J246 VRX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J246 VRX registered?

J246 VRX is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 26 May 1992.

Is J246 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J246 VRX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J246 VRX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J246 VRX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.