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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

K20 DNCMOT history

K20 DNC is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 23 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

K20 DNC silver Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,200 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K20 DNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K20 DNC was last recorded at 97,200 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,608 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
592 miles
Average per year
1,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,200 miles
  • 2025 – 96,608 miles
  • 2024 – 95,769 miles
  • 2023 – 94,049 miles
  • 2022 – 93,728 miles
  • 2021 – 93,263 miles
  • 2020 – 92,316 miles
  • 2019 – 92,032 miles
  • 2018 – 89,904 miles
  • 2017 – 89,169 miles
  • 2016 – 87,979 miles
  • 2015 – 84,726 miles
  • 2013 – 83,296 miles
  • 2012 – 79,845 miles
  • 2011 – 77,143 miles
  • 2010 – 73,551 miles
  • 2008 – 71,677 miles
  • 2007 – 71,152 miles
  • 2006 – 68,692 miles
  • 2005 – 58,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,200 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,200 miles (+592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,200 miles
    Test number
    509035399261
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,608 miles (+839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    96,608 miles
    Test number
    642819544517
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play x2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,769 miles (+1,720)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    95,769 miles
    Test number
    630615698617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,049 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,049 miles
    Test number
    760872497895
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail94,049 miles (+321)1 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,049 miles
    Test number
    758839067034
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass93,728 miles (+465)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    93,728 miles
    Test number
    832056010490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,263 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    93,263 miles
    Test number
    168770772339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,255 miles (+939)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,255 miles
    Test number
    486057097804
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass92,316 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    92,316 miles
    Test number
    863367785924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,032 miles (+2,128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,032 miles
    Test number
    817988208764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass89,904 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,904 miles
    Test number
    524894981169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,901 miles (+732)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,901 miles
    Test number
    775954883279
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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)

  13. Pass89,169 miles (+1,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,169 miles
    Test number
    591127092242
    • 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)

  14. Pass87,979 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,979 miles
    Test number
    414941522480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,726 miles (+1,430)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,726 miles
    Test number
    176644765428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,296 miles (+3,451)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    83,296 miles
    Test number
    727279743000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,845 miles (+2,702)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    79,845 miles
    Test number
    147768542055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass77,143 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,143 miles
    Test number
    455067941038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,141 miles (+3,590)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,141 miles
    Test number
    747522041075
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass73,551 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    73,551 miles
    Test number
    613593840056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,550 miles (+1,873)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,550 miles
    Test number
    910272940095
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteLambda reading failed first test but scraped though on 2nd test. Would strongly advise lambda probe.

  22. Pass71,677 miles (+525)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    71,677 miles
    Test number
    354046628334
    • NoteN/s driving lamp cracked

  23. Pass71,152 miles (+2,460)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    71,152 miles
    Test number
    781752137346
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s driving lamp cracked

  24. Pass68,692 miles (+9,859)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    68,692 miles
    Test number
    320954836314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    58,833 miles
    Test number
    161376525314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about K20 DNC

Does K20 DNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K20 DNC is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K20 DNC?
The MOT on K20 DNC is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K20 DNC done?
K20 DNC was recorded at 97,200 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 1,857 miles a year.
Has K20 DNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K20 DNC has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on K20 DNC 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 DNC find?
K20 DNC passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear wheel bearing has slight play x2.

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