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J299 SNE

1992 Lotus Elan

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,484 mi
Last recorded128,484 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1992 Lotus Elan76,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ299 SNE
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 128,484 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 128,473 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative pop up head light off side not staying up (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2013 128,300 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 123,439 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 120,140 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 114,883 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 109,891 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 105,290 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 101,765 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 96,914 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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J299 SNE is a 1992 Lotus Elan in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 J299 SNE, 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 J299 SNE registered?

J299 SNE is a 1992 Lotus Elan, first registered on 24 April 1992.

Is J299 SNE safe to buy?

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