Lotus Elan vs Lotus Europa: MOT reliability compared
Updated 05 September 2026.
15.6%
Lotus Europa MOT failure rate, 6.1 pts lower than Lotus Elan
Lotus Europa is the more reliable MOT performer: 15.6% of Lotus Europa MOTs fail versus 21.7% for Lotus Elan, a 6.1 point gap.
| Metric | Lotus Elan | Lotus Europa |
|---|---|---|
| MOT failure rate | 21.7% | 15.6% |
| Tests analysed | 59,197 | 5,191 |
| Most common failure | Brakes (52.1%) | Brakes (42.4%) |
Questions and answers
Which is more reliable, Lotus Elan or Lotus Europa?
Lotus Europa is the more reliable MOT performer: 15.6% of Lotus Europa MOTs fail versus 21.7% for Lotus Elan, a 6.1 point gap.
What is the MOT failure rate of the Lotus Elan?
21.7% of Lotus Elan MOT tests result in a failure, from 59,197 tests.
What is the MOT failure rate of the Lotus Europa?
15.6% of Lotus Europa MOT tests result in a failure, from 5,191 tests.