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Lotus Elise

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

L111 JDPMOT history

L111 JDP is a red petrol Lotus Elise first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 52,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2024.

L111 JDP red Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Jun 2025
Mileage
52,544 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 JDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 JDP was last recorded at 52,544 miles on 12 Jun 2024, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,537 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 52,544 miles
  • 2023 – 51,658 miles
  • 2022 – 50,179 miles
  • 2021 – 49,934 miles
  • 2020 – 49,660 miles
  • 2019 – 49,294 miles
  • 2018 – 49,095 miles
  • 2017 – 48,609 miles
  • 2016 – 48,322 miles
  • 2015 – 48,082 miles
  • 2014 – 47,791 miles
  • 2013 – 47,555 miles
  • 2010 – 45,308 miles
  • 2009 – 44,272 miles
  • 2007 – 43,531 miles
  • 2006 – 43,497 miles
  • 2005 – 36,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,544 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,544 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    52,544 miles
    Test number
    689828863239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail52,537 miles (+879)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,537 miles
    Test number
    228350840242
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass51,658 miles (+1,479)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    51,658 miles
    Test number
    856482395804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,179 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    50,179 miles
    Test number
    982844033683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,934 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    49,934 miles
    Test number
    277243551077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,660 miles (+366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    49,660 miles
    Test number
    521446500191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass49,294 miles (+199)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    49,294 miles
    Test number
    384002621389
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass49,095 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,095 miles
    Test number
    293227412464
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  9. Fail49,095 miles (+486)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,095 miles
    Test number
    708780821609
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  10. Pass48,609 miles (+287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,609 miles
    Test number
    611236788835
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass48,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,322 miles
    Test number
    504083708955
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted at time of test

  12. Fail48,322 miles (+240)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,322 miles
    Test number
    313334319778
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted at time of test

  13. Pass48,082 miles (+54)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,082 miles
    Test number
    897733515004
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre on limit

  14. Fail48,028 miles (+237)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,028 miles
    Test number
    846398305077
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre on limit

  15. Pass47,791 miles (+236)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    47,791 miles
    Test number
    755624114005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass47,555 miles (+2,247)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    47,555 miles
    Test number
    166622103409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass45,308 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,308 miles
    Test number
    264029700152
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail45,308 miles (+1,036)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,308 miles
    Test number
    274099000416
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass44,272 miles (+741)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,272 miles
    Test number
    583102819106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,531 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,531 miles
    Test number
    762297817045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,497 miles (+6,737)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,497 miles
    Test number
    842911336359
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs are rusted and worn on inner edges.
    • NoteO/s rear track control rod inner ball joint has slight play.

  22. Pass36,760 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    36,760 miles
    Test number
    330325685469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,751 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,751 miles
    Test number
    720323585274
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about L111 JDP

Does L111 JDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L111 JDP expired on 11 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L111 JDP?
The MOT on L111 JDP expired on 11 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L111 JDP done?
L111 JDP was recorded at 52,544 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2024, an average of 846 miles a year.
Has L111 JDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 JDP has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L111 JDP 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 L111 JDP find?
L111 JDP passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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