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KAZ 4488

1996 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

47,482 mi
Last recorded47,482 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elan53,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAZ 4488
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 47,482 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 47,200 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 47,200 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 46,372 miles

Front number plate has a crack in it

advise car underside components showing signs of light corrosion

Pass 30 Oct 2015 46,277 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

osr braided brake pipe has very slight twist

Fail 30 Oct 2015 46,277 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

osr braided brake pipe has very slight twist

Pass 22 Oct 2014 43,726 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 42,591 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 42,591 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 41,224 miles

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

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 10 May 2012 41,213 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 37,005 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 33,841 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 33,835 miles

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 32,668 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 32,664 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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KAZ 4488 is a 1996 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 53,185 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 KAZ 4488, 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 30 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 KAZ 4488?

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What year was KAZ 4488 registered?

KAZ 4488 is a 1996 Lotus Elan, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is KAZ 4488 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAZ 4488 shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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