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M368 RGM

1995 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

57,266 mi
Last recorded57,266 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1995 Lotus Elan65,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM368 RGM
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 57,266 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 57,156 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 57,093 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 57,057 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 57,039 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 56,996 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 56,959 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 56,912 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 56,874 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 56,836 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 56,426 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 56,251 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 56,251 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 55,972 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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M368 RGM is a 1995 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1995 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 65,228 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 M368 RGM, 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 31 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 M368 RGM registered?

M368 RGM is a 1995 Lotus Elan, first registered on 22 March 1995.

Is M368 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M368 RGM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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