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Lotus Elan

White · Petrol · 1991 · 1,588 cc

H5 JGSMOT history

H5 JGS is a white petrol Lotus Elan first used on 19 Apr 1991. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 115,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

H5 JGS white Lotus Elan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
115,313 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H5 JGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elan
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
19 Apr 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H5 JGS was last recorded at 115,313 miles on 12 May 2026, 322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,991 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
322 miles
Average per year
2,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,313 miles
  • 2025 – 114,991 miles
  • 2024 – 114,562 miles
  • 2023 – 113,853 miles
  • 2022 – 112,628 miles
  • 2021 – 111,766 miles
  • 2019 – 110,612 miles
  • 2018 – 109,142 miles
  • 2017 – 107,699 miles
  • 2016 – 107,310 miles
  • 2015 – 106,493 miles
  • 2014 – 105,267 miles
  • 2013 – 104,007 miles
  • 2012 – 102,724 miles
  • 2010 – 98,389 miles
  • 2009 – 92,283 miles
  • 2008 – 87,113 miles
  • 2007 – 79,723 miles
  • 2006 – 73,749 miles
  • 2005 – 68,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,313 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,313 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,313 miles
    Test number
    919232197092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,991 miles (+429)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,991 miles
    Test number
    509255192121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,562 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    114,562 miles
    Test number
    191951389620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,534 miles (+681)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,534 miles
    Test number
    790147065494
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  5. Pass113,853 miles (+1,225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,853 miles
    Test number
    255824103156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass112,628 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,628 miles
    Test number
    926037279478
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail112,598 miles (+832)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,598 miles
    Test number
    684636242290
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass111,766 miles (+1,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    111,766 miles
    Test number
    494801042703
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass110,612 miles (+1,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,612 miles
    Test number
    412468843141
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass109,142 miles (+1,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    109,142 miles
    Test number
    957180398983
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass107,699 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    107,699 miles
    Test number
    127658750579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,310 miles (+817)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    107,310 miles
    Test number
    894402778960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,493 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    106,493 miles
    Test number
    218935975140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,267 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,267 miles
    Test number
    369514654166
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth headlamp images vibrating

  15. Pass105,267 miles (+1,260)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,267 miles
    Test number
    705244454182
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth headlamp images vibrating

  16. Pass104,007 miles (+1,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    104,007 miles
    Test number
    779147253188
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass102,724 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,724 miles
    Test number
    969265342109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,711 miles (+4,322)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,711 miles
    Test number
    155508432177
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  19. Pass98,389 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    98,389 miles
    Test number
    424579010475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Fail98,389 miles (+6,106)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,389 miles
    Test number
    601629710316
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass92,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    92,283 miles
    Test number
    130521469278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,283 miles (+5,170)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,283 miles
    Test number
    542540069252
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  23. Pass87,113 miles (+7,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    87,113 miles
    Test number
    562756238352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass79,723 miles (+5,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    79,723 miles
    Test number
    713324037387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass73,749 miles (+5,111)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    73,749 miles
    Test number
    424074736311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    68,638 miles
    Test number
    560143835348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H5 JGS

Does H5 JGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H5 JGS is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on H5 JGS?
The MOT on H5 JGS is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H5 JGS done?
H5 JGS was recorded at 115,313 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 2,283 miles a year.
Has H5 JGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H5 JGS has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on H5 JGS 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 H5 JGS find?
H5 JGS passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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