The road tax status for M16 TUS is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for M16 TUS?

The MOT for M16 TUS is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of M16 TUS?

The recorded mileage for M16 TUS is 91,680 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is M16 TUS ULEZ compliant?

No, M16 TUS does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1997 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · M16 TUS

M16 TUS

1997 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08/08/1997. Recorded mileage 91,680 miles. MOT valid until 13/08/2027.

Make & Model: LOTUS ELISE
Year / Origin: 1997 · Manchester
MOT Status: Valid until 13/08/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 91,680 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 91,680 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1796cc

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M16 TUS Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2026
91,680 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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M16 TUS Mileage History

28/06/202389,930 mi
07/08/202490,582 mi+652 mi
15/08/202490,583 mi+1 mi
16/07/202591,214 mi+631 mi
16/07/202691,680 mi+466 mi

Average of roughly 574 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

M16 TUS MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 11 Sept 2026, 01:12

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Lotus Elise (M16 TUS) between June 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))”.

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