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8 LMJ

2005 Lotus Elan

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,823 mi
Last recorded32,823 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

Registration8 LMJ
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 32,823 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2026 5,370 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s and o/s, smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Mar 2025 3,842 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Oct 2024 32,821 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 32,722 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 32,508 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 32,419 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 32,208 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 31,840 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 31,264 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 30,279 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 29,576 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 28,670 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 27,195 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 25,909 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 23,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 22,452 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 20,752 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 16 Apr 2009 16,957 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 13,830 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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8 LMJ is a 2005 Lotus Elan in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 8 LMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 21 years old, this Lotus Elan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 8 LMJ?

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What year was 8 LMJ registered?

8 LMJ is a 2005 Lotus Elan, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is 8 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8 LMJ shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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