1991 Lotus Elan 1.6L Petrol · J575 CJD
1991 Lotus Elan (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1991. Recorded mileage 135,249 miles. MOT expired on 14 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- LOTUS ELAN
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 May 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (16 May 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,249 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
J575 CJD Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/05/2024
- 135,249 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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J575 CJD Mileage History
- 09/05/2022135,125 mi
- 28/04/2023135,152 mi+27 mi
- 16/05/2024135,249 mi+97 mi
Average of roughly 61 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
J575 CJD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Lotus Elan (J575 CJD) between May 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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