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Lotus Elise

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

X8 TUSMOT history

X8 TUS is a green petrol Lotus Elise first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2026 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 116,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

X8 TUS green Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2026
Mileage
116,807 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2025
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 TUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 TUS was last recorded at 116,807 miles on 13 May 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,805 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,807 miles
  • 2024 – 115,728 miles
  • 2023 – 114,375 miles
  • 2021 – 113,087 miles
  • 2020 – 112,814 miles
  • 2019 – 110,230 miles
  • 2018 – 108,247 miles
  • 2017 – 107,891 miles
  • 2014 – 107,096 miles
  • 2012 – 105,424 miles
  • 2011 – 98,400 miles
  • 2010 – 93,098 miles
  • 2009 – 83,345 miles
  • 2008 – 68,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,807 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearsideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material afore wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,807 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    116,807 miles
    Test number
    140032657257
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside

  2. Fail116,805 miles (+1,077)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    321303455512
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside

  3. Pass115,728 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,728 miles
    Test number
    282418737639
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material afore wheel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES

  4. Fail115,724 miles (+1,349)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    568033900482
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements NO SPACES (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material afore wheel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES

  5. Pass114,375 miles (+1,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    114,375 miles
    Test number
    415570812751
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE SLIGHT WEAR

  6. Pass113,087 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,087 miles
    Test number
    279274857856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail113,082 miles (+268)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,082 miles
    Test number
    754402577542
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass112,814 miles (+2,584)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,814 miles
    Test number
    558819574835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,230 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,230 miles
    Test number
    979228834680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail110,218 miles (+1,971)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,218 miles
    Test number
    648093293518
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass108,247 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,247 miles
    Test number
    474575675734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail108,243 miles (+352)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,243 miles
    Test number
    203460631216
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass107,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,891 miles
    Test number
    992999505704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding

  14. Fail107,891 miles (+795)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,891 miles
    Test number
    951547764529
    • Repaired at testOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding

  15. Pass107,096 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    107,096 miles
    Test number
    919576524235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  16. Fail107,096 miles (+1,672)3 dangerous3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,096 miles
    Test number
    666023924202
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Pass105,424 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    105,424 miles
    Test number
    515811592269
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail105,403 miles (+7,003)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,403 miles
    Test number
    439835682266
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass98,400 miles (+106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    98,400 miles
    Test number
    626945981293
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail98,294 miles (+5,196)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,294 miles
    Test number
    358719471490
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass93,098 miles (+9,753)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    93,098 miles
    Test number
    633502350214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass83,345 miles (+129)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    83,345 miles
    Test number
    903753279159
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front windscreen cracked

  23. Fail83,216 miles (+14,817)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,216 miles
    Test number
    262849369478
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front windscreen cracked

  24. Pass68,399 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,399 miles
    Test number
    894092678191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteLarge crack/damage to windscreen-out of swept area at o/s

Questions about X8 TUS

Does X8 TUS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X8 TUS expired on 12 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X8 TUS?
The MOT on X8 TUS expired on 12 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X8 TUS done?
X8 TUS was recorded at 116,807 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 2,865 miles a year.
Has X8 TUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 TUS has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X8 TUS 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 X8 TUS find?
X8 TUS passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside.

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