1991 Lotus Elan 1.6L Petrol · H732 FKP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of mechanical inconsistency. The most recent MOT test on 09 June 2025 at 68,106 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the issues causing previous failures in 2018 have been resolved. The transition from two failures to three consecutive clean passes suggests that the previous owner addressed the underlying faults and maintained a high standard of care since. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 35-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,946 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap between July 2019 and June 2025, during which the car covered only 203 miles over six years. While this low usage reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such long periods of standing often lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and internal corrosion within the braking systems which are not always captured by mileage figures alone. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as the Elan is prone to corrosion when left stationary. Despite the clean recent records, the failures in May 2018 at 67,350 miles and July 2018 at 67,431 miles indicate that specific mechanical components required attention at that time. Inspect the suspension bushes, brake lines, and sidewalls for cracks or seizing, ensuring that the low-mileage status has not masked age-related failure of critical parts during the long intervals between use.