28ES - LOTUS ELAN
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
The Lotus Elan, often referred to simply as the Elan, is a renowned British sports car celebrated for its lightweight design and agile handling. Manufactured by Lotus Cars, a company established in 1952 and famed for its engineering innovation, the Elan made a significant impact in the 1960s. Introduced in 1962, this model featured a sleek, aerodynamic body and a fibreglass chassis, setting it apart from contemporaries. Its core features included a twin-cam engine and a responsive chassis that offered exceptional driving dynamics. The Lotus Elan remains a classic example of British sports car craftsmanship, admired for its performance and timeless design.
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Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 22 MOT tests
This 1995 Lotus Elan (registration 28ES) is registered in March 1995 and is finished in blue. It is powered by a 1,588cc petrol engine. The vehicle has a current MOT valid until 20 November 2025, with the latest test conducted on 21 November 2024. The recorded mileage is 57,998 miles. The car is taxed and has no known CO2 emissions data available. Notable advisories from the latest MOT include worn front brake discs and minor corrosion within 30cm of a mounting on the vehicle structure, neither of which are deemed serious.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
22
Passed Tests
18
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 21 November 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,998 mi
Expires: 20 November 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Failed - 06 November 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,997 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Passed - 15 November 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 57,593 mi
Expires: 15 November 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory brake lever travel.
Passed - 16 November 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,643 mi
Expires: 15 November 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Failed - 03 November 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,627 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
- Major Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Major Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Passed - 14 October 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,273 mi
Expires: 27 October 2022
Failed - 14 October 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,273 mi
Passed - 28 October 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,694 mi
Expires: 27 October 2021
Passed - 30 May 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,426 mi
Expires: 29 November 2020
Passed - 23 May 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 49,359 mi
Expires: 22 May 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Failed - 23 May 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 49,359 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Passed - 19 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 47,361 mi
Expires: 27 April 2018
Passed - 28 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,693 mi
Expires: 27 April 2017
Passed - 15 April 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,675 mi
Expires: 14 April 2016
Passed - 03 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 41,189 mi
Expires: 02 April 2015
Passed - 16 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,933 mi
Expires: 15 January 2014
Passed - 02 August 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 38,325 mi
Expires: 12 August 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Passed - 10 August 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,937 mi
Expires: 12 August 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 13 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,428 mi
Expires: 12 August 2010
Passed - 13 August 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 29,360 mi
Expires: 12 August 2009
Passed - 13 August 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 265,409 mi
Expires: 12 August 2008
Passed - 31 July 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 24,415 mi
Expires: 02 August 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 28ES?
The MOT expires on 20 November 2025.
What is the tax status of 28ES?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 March 2026.
What are the specifications of 28ES?
This is a 1995 LOTUS ELAN in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 1588cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 28ES?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.