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K11 TVL

1993 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

40,191 mi
Last recorded40,191 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Lotus Elan59,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK11 TVL
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 40,191 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 40,068 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 40,068 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 39,408 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 39,408 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested Headlamp does not pop up when turned on (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned Does not pop up when turned on, unable to check dipped and main beam light sources also (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 37,468 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 37,468 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2013 37,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 37,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

both front and rear lower suspension arms corroding

Pass 24 Sep 2011 37,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 36,906 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 36,811 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 36,811 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 36,108 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 35,308 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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K11 TVL is a 1993 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1993 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 59,953 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K11 TVL, 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 33 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 K11 TVL registered?

K11 TVL is a 1993 Lotus Elan, first registered on 29 January 1993.

Is K11 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K11 TVL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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