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Lotus Elise

Red and White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

K20 DJNMOT history

K20 DJN is a red and white petrol Lotus Elise first used on 4 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 78,941 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

K20 DJN red Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
78,941 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K20 DJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K20 DJN was last recorded at 78,941 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,716 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
225 miles
Average per year
2,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,941 miles
  • 2025 – 78,716 miles
  • 2024 – 78,716 miles
  • 2023 – 77,858 miles
  • 2022 – 76,432 miles
  • 2020 – 73,608 miles
  • 2019 – 73,583 miles
  • 2018 – 73,092 miles
  • 2016 – 70,888 miles
  • 2015 – 67,459 miles
  • 2014 – 65,293 miles
  • 2013 – 59,981 miles
  • 2012 – 53,514 miles
  • 2011 – 47,877 miles
  • 2009 – 38,692 miles
  • 2008 – 32,231 miles
  • 2007 – 26,497 miles
  • 2006 – 20,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,941 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,941 miles (+225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    78,941 miles
    Test number
    529811995944
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,716 miles
    Test number
    785736675088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,716 miles
    Test number
    688733250600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail78,716 miles (+858)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,716 miles
    Test number
    109827250244
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  5. Pass77,858 miles (+1,426)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    77,858 miles
    Test number
    341091171005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,432 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,432 miles
    Test number
    685735215233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,608 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,608 miles
    Test number
    585990472795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,583 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,583 miles
    Test number
    917341884982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,092 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,092 miles
    Test number
    895614227697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,888 miles (+3,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,888 miles
    Test number
    425070805733
    • AdvisoryAll four road springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on innner edge

  11. Pass67,459 miles (+2,166)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,459 miles
    Test number
    236688055029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,293 miles
    Test number
    368782474021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,293 miles (+5,312)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,293 miles
    Test number
    449181274000
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  14. Pass59,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,981 miles
    Test number
    685217283077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,980 miles (+6,466)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,980 miles
    Test number
    117757383048
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,514 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,514 miles
    Test number
    296901882074
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail53,514 miles (+5,637)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,514 miles
    Test number
    378279272085
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass47,877 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,877 miles
    Test number
    238222461042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail47,877 miles (+9,185)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,877 miles
    Test number
    165139551462
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass38,692 miles (+6,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,692 miles
    Test number
    442136159115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass32,231 miles (+5,734)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,231 miles
    Test number
    441764958150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,497 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,497 miles
    Test number
    391968637116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,495 miles (+6,044)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,495 miles
    Test number
    581545837169
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass20,451 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,451 miles
    Test number
    960851656116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about K20 DJN

Does K20 DJN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K20 DJN is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K20 DJN?
The MOT on K20 DJN is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K20 DJN done?
K20 DJN was recorded at 78,941 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 2,920 miles a year.
Has K20 DJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K20 DJN has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on K20 DJN 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 K20 DJN find?
K20 DJN passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm.

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