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Lotus Elise

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

K90 TUSMOT history

K90 TUS is a black petrol Lotus Elise first used on 17 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 63,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

K90 TUS black Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2025
Mileage
63,981 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K90 TUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K90 TUS was last recorded at 63,981 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,186 miles · 26 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
795 miles
Average per year
2,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 63,981 miles
  • 2023 – 63,186 miles
  • 2022 – 60,619 miles
  • 2021 – 53,884 miles
  • 2020 – 53,847 miles
  • 2019 – 51,448 miles
  • 2018 – 50,787 miles
  • 2017 – 48,560 miles
  • 2016 – 46,046 miles
  • 2015 – 43,458 miles
  • 2014 – 39,113 miles
  • 2013 – 38,329 miles
  • 2012 – 34,509 miles
  • 2011 – 32,917 miles
  • 2010 – 32,132 miles
  • 2009 – 31,727 miles
  • 2008 – 28,745 miles
  • 2006 – 27,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,981 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,981 miles (+795)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    63,981 miles
    Test number
    654433377460
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass63,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    63,186 miles
    Test number
    338266711715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail63,186 miles (+2,567)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,186 miles
    Test number
    663586939728
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass60,619 miles (+6,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    60,619 miles
    Test number
    884602281182
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  5. Pass53,884 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    53,884 miles
    Test number
    226125194925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail53,884 miles (+5)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,884 miles
    Test number
    482805765360
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail53,879 miles (+32)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,879 miles
    Test number
    421341073683
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass53,847 miles (+2,399)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    53,847 miles
    Test number
    531206790636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,448 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    51,448 miles
    Test number
    516872221998
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail51,431 miles (+644)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,431 miles
    Test number
    775137771061
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,787 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    50,787 miles
    Test number
    832038167822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sleight play in l/h suspension/steering joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail50,787 miles (+2,227)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,787 miles
    Test number
    372101198558
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sleight play in l/h suspension/steering joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass48,560 miles (+2,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,560 miles
    Test number
    718006993896
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  14. Pass46,046 miles (+2,588)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,046 miles
    Test number
    803245072049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,458 miles (+4,345)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,458 miles
    Test number
    719289055134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,113 miles (+784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,113 miles
    Test number
    238213854488
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass38,329 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,329 miles
    Test number
    548991063162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,081 miles (+3,572)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,081 miles
    Test number
    665795653187
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • 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)

  19. Pass34,509 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,509 miles
    Test number
    516738852197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,917 miles (+785)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,917 miles
    Test number
    916920161120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,132 miles (+405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,132 miles
    Test number
    254084200429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass31,727 miles (+2,982)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,727 miles
    Test number
    890120099060
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass28,745 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,745 miles
    Test number
    620783298003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,509 miles
    Test number
    754281446281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K90 TUS

Does K90 TUS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K90 TUS expired on 25 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K90 TUS?
The MOT on K90 TUS expired on 25 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K90 TUS done?
K90 TUS was recorded at 63,981 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 2,039 miles a year.
Has K90 TUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K90 TUS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on K90 TUS 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 K90 TUS find?
K90 TUS passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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