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Lotus Elan

Red · Petrol · 1991 · 1,588 cc

J8 SCBMOT history

J8 SCB is a red petrol Lotus Elan first used on 31 Dec 1991. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 79,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

J8 SCB red Lotus Elan – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elan, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,179 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 SCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elan
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
31 Dec 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 SCB was last recorded at 79,179 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 287 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,892 miles · 23 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
287 miles
Average per year
317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,179 miles
  • 2023 – 78,892 miles
  • 2019 – 78,320 miles
  • 2018 – 77,431 miles
  • 2016 – 77,212 miles
  • 2015 – 76,961 miles
  • 2014 – 75,358 miles
  • 2013 – 74,384 miles
  • 2011 – 74,010 miles
  • 2006 – 72,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,179 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber slightly corroded

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.

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,179 miles (+287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,179 miles
    Test number
    697689693942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber slightly corroded

  2. Pass78,892 miles (+572)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    78,892 miles
    Test number
    926401917153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,320 miles (+889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,320 miles
    Test number
    344305242348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,431 miles (+219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,431 miles
    Test number
    829271882210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing thin inner circumference

  5. Pass77,212 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,212 miles
    Test number
    279578763730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,961 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,961 miles
    Test number
    627458595126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,358 miles (+974)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,358 miles
    Test number
    999737354114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass74,384 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    74,384 miles
    Test number
    569184563139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,381 miles (+371)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,381 miles
    Test number
    437955453113
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  10. Fail74,010 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,010 miles
    Test number
    218819451418
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Pass74,010 miles (+1,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,010 miles
    Test number
    785719451113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass72,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    72,744 miles
    Test number
    150994096070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,744 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,744 miles
    Test number
    783174296092
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about J8 SCB

Does J8 SCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 SCB is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 SCB?
The MOT on J8 SCB is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 SCB done?
J8 SCB was recorded at 79,179 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 317 miles a year.
Has J8 SCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 SCB has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2013.
Has the mileage on J8 SCB 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 J8 SCB find?
J8 SCB passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; o/s/f shock absorber slightly corroded.

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