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Lotus Elan

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 1,588 cc

M353 TUKMOT history

M353 TUK is a green petrol Lotus Elan first used on 16 Jan 1995. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 108,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

M353 TUK green Lotus Elan – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
108,946 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M353 TUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elan
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
16 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M353 TUK was last recorded at 108,946 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,914 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
1,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,946 miles
  • 2025 – 108,914 miles
  • 2024 – 108,752 miles
  • 2023 – 108,395 miles
  • 2022 – 108,225 miles
  • 2021 – 108,058 miles
  • 2020 – 107,949 miles
  • 2019 – 107,211 miles
  • 2017 – 107,200 miles
  • 2016 – 106,771 miles
  • 2015 – 105,871 miles
  • 2014 – 104,252 miles
  • 2013 – 102,264 miles
  • 2012 – 100,907 miles
  • 2011 – 99,143 miles
  • 2010 – 96,505 miles
  • 2009 – 92,542 miles
  • 2007 – 88,792 miles
  • 2006 – 85,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,946 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,946 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    108,946 miles
    Test number
    489739459677
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass108,914 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    108,914 miles
    Test number
    383215341626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail108,901 miles (+149)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,901 miles
    Test number
    809413686403
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass108,752 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,752 miles
    Test number
    251171093278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,395 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,395 miles
    Test number
    838463726654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,225 miles (+167)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,225 miles
    Test number
    885472873592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,058 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,058 miles
    Test number
    571291609334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,949 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,949 miles
    Test number
    370218212741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,211 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,211 miles
    Test number
    242311198737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,209 miles (+9)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,209 miles
    Test number
    719434306320
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass107,200 miles (+429)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    107,200 miles
    Test number
    368906153649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,771 miles (+900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,771 miles
    Test number
    411315082344
    • AdvisoryFront engine sump pan has damage and is leaking oil as a result of being grounded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  13. Pass105,871 miles (+1,619)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    105,871 miles
    Test number
    177197845083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront wiper blades are smearing
    • NoteOil leak from the engine
    • NoteSump is damaged
    • NoteUnable to see top of the front springs inner wheel arch is in the way

  14. Pass104,252 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    104,252 miles
    Test number
    815988124051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,264 miles (+1,357)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    102,264 miles
    Test number
    319849723008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from the engine

  16. Pass100,907 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    100,907 miles
    Test number
    195686522033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass99,143 miles (+2,638)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    99,143 miles
    Test number
    269203431064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,505 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    96,505 miles
    Test number
    140468300486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,542 miles (+3,750)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    92,542 miles
    Test number
    624894339079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail88,792 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,792 miles
    Test number
    301951357350
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass88,792 miles (+3,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    88,792 miles
    Test number
    850821257369
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass85,228 miles (+4,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    594326846375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass80,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    80,915 miles
    Test number
    172716006088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about M353 TUK

Does M353 TUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M353 TUK is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M353 TUK?
The MOT on M353 TUK is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M353 TUK done?
M353 TUK was recorded at 108,946 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 1,365 miles a year.
Has M353 TUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M353 TUK has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on M353 TUK 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 M353 TUK find?
M353 TUK passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear coil spring corroded nearside and offside.

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