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M370 RGM

1995 Lotus Elan

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,458 mi
Last recorded63,458 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Lotus Elan65,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM370 RGM
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 63,458 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion on suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 62,729 miles

Steering/suspension components showing corrosion.

Fail 28 Mar 2023 62,721 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 61,248 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 60,291 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 59,318 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 58,136 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 57,840 miles

some front brake imbalance.

some handbrake lever travel.

Pass 17 Dec 2014 57,170 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 57,124 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 56,124 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 56,092 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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M370 RGM is a 1995 Lotus Elan in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M370 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 M370 RGM registered?

M370 RGM is a 1995 Lotus Elan, first registered on 13 February 1995.

Is M370 RGM safe to buy?

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