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M100 KVF

1996 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,684 mi
Last recorded27,684 miles
Recorded on10 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Lotus Elan53,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM100 KVF
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2014 27,684 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 27,577 miles

Oil leak

Sump damaged

Fail 16 May 2013 27,524 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

sump damaged

Fail 9 May 2013 27,507 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

sump damaged

Pass 17 May 2012 27,305 miles

Oil leak

sump slightly damaged

Pass 12 May 2011 26,813 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front tyres wearing slight on inside

Pass 12 May 2010 25,815 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 25,200 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 24,166 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 22,625 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 May 2006 21,829 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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M100 KVF is a 1996 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 M100 KVF, 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 M100 KVF?

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What year was M100 KVF registered?

M100 KVF is a 1996 Lotus Elan, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is M100 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M100 KVF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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