1994 Lotus Elan 1.6L Petrol · M826 JDV
1994 Lotus Elan (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 1994. Recorded mileage 67,588 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- LOTUS ELAN
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 67,588 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M826 JDV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 67,588 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M826 JDV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Lotus Elan (M826 JDV) between April 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”.
M826 JDV Mileage History
- 15/04/202464,519 mi
- 06/05/202566,094 mi+1,575 mi
- 07/05/202566,118 mi+24 mi
- 20/04/202667,457 mi+1,339 mi
- 22/05/202667,588 mi+131 mi
Average of roughly 1,462 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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