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Lotus Elan

Grey · Petrol · 1991 · 1,588 cc

D14 TDMMOT history

D14 TDM is a grey petrol Lotus Elan first used on 22 Feb 1991. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2024.

D14 TDM grey Lotus Elan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2024
Mileage
100,815 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D14 TDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elan
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
22 Feb 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

D14 TDM was last recorded at 100,815 miles on 11 Jun 2024, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,784 miles · 19 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 100,815 miles
  • 2023 – 100,784 miles
  • 2022 – 100,780 miles
  • 2021 – 100,691 miles
  • 2020 – 100,614 miles
  • 2019 – 100,518 miles
  • 2018 – 100,423 miles
  • 2017 – 100,338 miles
  • 2016 – 99,838 miles
  • 2015 – 99,093 miles
  • 2014 – 99,033 miles
  • 2012 – 98,301 miles
  • 2011 – 98,287 miles
  • 2009 – 98,108 miles
  • 2007 – 95,584 miles
  • 2006 – 83,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail100,815 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively overheated (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear brake pads deteriorated/over heatedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail100,815 miles (+31)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,815 miles
    Test number
    371299709115
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively overheated (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads deteriorated/over heated
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Pass100,784 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,784 miles
    Test number
    628300730805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads deteriorated/over heated
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail100,780 miles3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,780 miles
    Test number
    279531386402
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads deteriorated/over heated
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass100,780 miles (+58)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    100,780 miles
    Test number
    519216633516
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hitting body
    • AdvisoryService brake just met requirements 50%

  5. Fail100,722 miles (+31)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,722 miles
    Test number
    156547038126
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hitting body

  6. Pass100,691 miles (+77)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    100,691 miles
    Test number
    960581904769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively very slight (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake just met requirements both rear readings low

  7. Pass100,614 miles (+96)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,614 miles
    Test number
    413023250103
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively very slight (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake just met requirements
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both very slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake just past requirements 51%

  8. Pass100,518 miles (+31)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    100,518 miles
    Test number
    620895522728
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met requirements n/s/r low
    • AdvisoryService brake just met requirements 52%

  9. Fail100,487 miles (+64)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,487 miles
    Test number
    667729348200
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sun visor loose (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake effort inadequate at a wheel both rear (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met requirements n/s/r low

  10. Pass100,423 miles (+85)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,423 miles
    Test number
    262118239309
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind offside front
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear upper arm bushes

  11. Pass100,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    231037677347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,338 miles (+500)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    776252763072
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe leaking main (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in under seal

  13. Pass99,838 miles (+745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,838 miles
    Test number
    390835199733
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass99,093 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,093 miles
    Test number
    679606325112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass99,033 miles (+732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    99,033 miles
    Test number
    555475754120
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass98,301 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,301 miles
    Test number
    387391152160
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass98,287 miles (+179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    98,287 miles
    Test number
    136570191197
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass98,108 miles (+2,524)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    98,108 miles
    Test number
    580412309277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    95,584 miles
    Test number
    983811757030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail95,584 miles (+12,395)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,584 miles
    Test number
    161011257019
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass83,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    83,189 miles
    Test number
    984512766004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about D14 TDM

Does D14 TDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on D14 TDM expired on 28 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on D14 TDM?
The MOT on D14 TDM expired on 28 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has D14 TDM done?
D14 TDM was recorded at 100,815 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2024, an average of 964 miles a year.
Has D14 TDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D14 TDM has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on D14 TDM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on D14 TDM find?
D14 TDM failed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2024 with 6 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive; nearside front service brake excessively binding; nearside rear service brake effort inadequate at a wheel, and 12 more.

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