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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

F5 UUNMOT history

F5 UUN is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 125,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

F5 UUN blue Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
125,775 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 UUN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 UUN was last recorded at 125,775 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 7,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,331 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,444 miles
Average per year
3,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,775 miles
  • 2025 – 118,331 miles
  • 2024 – 113,989 miles
  • 2023 – 109,335 miles
  • 2022 – 104,221 miles
  • 2021 – 97,925 miles
  • 2020 – 94,396 miles
  • 2019 – 93,955 miles
  • 2018 – 93,638 miles
  • 2017 – 92,039 miles
  • 2016 – 89,635 miles
  • 2015 – 87,415 miles
  • 2014 – 82,909 miles
  • 2013 – 81,821 miles
  • 2012 – 80,544 miles
  • 2011 – 78,764 miles
  • 2010 – 76,856 miles
  • 2009 – 76,591 miles
  • 2008 – 72,237 miles
  • 2007 – 65,375 miles
  • 2006 – 58,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,775 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear outer rose joint on track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front across tread pattern

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Slight play in both sides of steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

36 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,775 miles (+7,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    125,775 miles
    Test number
    540828393730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear outer rose joint on track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,331 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    118,331 miles
    Test number
    940260555048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail118,314 miles (+4,325)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,314 miles
    Test number
    366818561819
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass113,989 miles (+210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    113,989 miles
    Test number
    881920651183
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail113,779 miles (+4,444)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,779 miles
    Test number
    772577213708
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass109,335 miles (+5,114)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    628258552889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,221 miles (+6,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    104,221 miles
    Test number
    933184493329
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass97,925 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    97,925 miles
    Test number
    561179231708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    94,396 miles
    Test number
    741119279575
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front across tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail94,396 miles (+441)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,396 miles
    Test number
    400422802666
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front across tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass93,955 miles (+317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    93,955 miles
    Test number
    653071619194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Shock bush is deteriorated badly but has no movement at time of inspection (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Pass93,638 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,638 miles
    Test number
    119674803465
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail93,638 miles (+1,599)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,638 miles
    Test number
    155265386504
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation Pedal spongy (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass92,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,039 miles
    Test number
    239510491136
    • AdvisorySlight play in both sides of steering rack

  15. Fail92,039 miles (+2,404)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,039 miles
    Test number
    464864867427
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high Both front (1.8)
    • FailureStop lamp not working All (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp beam pattern are of poor quality can just make out a beam pattern satisfactory to pass at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play in both sides of steering rack

  16. Pass89,635 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,635 miles
    Test number
    787083068272
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail89,635 miles (+2,220)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,635 miles
    Test number
    837129046682
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. Headlamp insecure (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam Part if high intensity discharge light main beam function not working (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass87,415 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,415 miles
    Test number
    693337125043
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps have hid's fitted light output and beam pattern is of poor quality
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror not fitted at time of inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail87,411 miles (+4,502)1 dangerous7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,411 miles
    Test number
    473104867590
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split and insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureRear brake excessively fluctuating Both rear (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror not fitted at time of inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass82,909 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,909 miles
    Test number
    546253034150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Fail82,907 miles (+1,086)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,907 miles
    Test number
    417659624132
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  22. Pass81,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,821 miles
    Test number
    288587353441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,821 miles (+1,277)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,821 miles
    Test number
    278447653152
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  24. Pass80,544 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    80,544 miles
    Test number
    807000852187
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre mirror missing

  25. Fail80,544 miles (+18)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,544 miles
    Test number
    396519742127
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre mirror missing

  26. Fail80,526 miles (+1,762)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,526 miles
    Test number
    287680172098
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  27. Fail78,764 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,764 miles
    Test number
    106420571020
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass78,764 miles (+1,908)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,764 miles
    Test number
    618230271044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass76,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,856 miles
    Test number
    371737140036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail76,856 miles (+265)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,856 miles
    Test number
    370856940075
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  31. Pass76,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    76,591 miles
    Test number
    162349369492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail76,591 miles (+4,354)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,591 miles
    Test number
    361848369075
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront wiper is poor at clearing screan .

  33. Pass72,237 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    72,237 miles
    Test number
    283986638485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail72,144 miles (+6,769)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,144 miles
    Test number
    233247118450
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOver heated on emissions test

  35. Pass65,375 miles (+6,773)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    65,375 miles
    Test number
    171746807180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  36. Pass58,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    58,602 miles
    Test number
    894117916103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F5 UUN

Does F5 UUN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 UUN is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 UUN?
The MOT on F5 UUN is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 UUN done?
F5 UUN was recorded at 125,775 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 3,311 miles a year.
Has F5 UUN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 UUN has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on F5 UUN 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 F5 UUN find?
F5 UUN passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear outer rose joint on track control arm.

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