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J25 SEG

1992 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,312 mi
Last recorded94,312 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ25 SEG
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 94,312 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 93,439 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 92,774 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 89,689 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 87,655 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 86,333 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 86,280 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 86,133 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 85,956 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 85,642 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 84,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 84,884 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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J25 SEG is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 J25 SEG, 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 J25 SEG?

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What year was J25 SEG registered?

J25 SEG is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 14 January 1992.

Is J25 SEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J25 SEG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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