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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,800 cc

L111 PSHMOT history

L111 PSH is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 10 May 2000. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 116,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

L111 PSH silver Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
116,826 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 PSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 May 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 PSH was last recorded at 116,826 miles on 8 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,818 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,826 miles
  • 2025 – 116,504 miles
  • 2024 – 116,268 miles
  • 2023 – 115,214 miles
  • 2022 – 114,854 miles
  • 2020 – 113,899 miles
  • 2019 – 113,519 miles
  • 2017 – 112,813 miles
  • 2015 – 109,692 miles
  • 2014 – 108,753 miles
  • 2013 – 106,003 miles
  • 2012 – 103,446 miles
  • 2011 – 103,348 miles
  • 2010 – 96,116 miles
  • 2009 – 89,102 miles
  • 2008 – 80,914 miles
  • 2007 – 70,520 miles
  • 2006 – 57,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,826 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,826 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,826 miles
    Test number
    819596456960
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail116,818 miles (+314)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,818 miles
    Test number
    665928520447
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass116,504 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    116,504 miles
    Test number
    147369083238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass116,268 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    116,268 miles
    Test number
    834489889537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail116,258 miles (+1,044)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,258 miles
    Test number
    267752161322
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass115,214 miles (+360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    115,214 miles
    Test number
    130871227571
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass114,854 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    114,854 miles
    Test number
    858129700004
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail114,854 miles (+955)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,854 miles
    Test number
    420653899903
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass113,899 miles (+380)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,899 miles
    Test number
    319537753461
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass113,519 miles (+706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,519 miles
    Test number
    888601334038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass112,813 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,813 miles
    Test number
    181785981264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded nsf from flexi in front clam (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail112,729 miles (+3,037)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,729 miles
    Test number
    709407901580
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass109,692 miles (+939)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    109,692 miles
    Test number
    895725415590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass108,753 miles (+2,750)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    108,753 miles
    Test number
    906069724351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvises front number plate

  15. Pass106,003 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,003 miles
    Test number
    215547753142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail106,003 miles (+2,557)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,003 miles
    Test number
    689450653192
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass103,446 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    103,446 miles
    Test number
    149589612090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail103,441 miles (+93)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,441 miles
    Test number
    998914012045
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail103,348 miles (+7,232)5 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,348 miles
    Test number
    436718501452
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass96,116 miles (+7,014)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    96,116 miles
    Test number
    331743840430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,102 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    89,102 miles
    Test number
    611859559296
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail89,102 miles (+8,188)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,102 miles
    Test number
    244619459271
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass80,914 miles (+10,394)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    80,914 miles
    Test number
    202415138268
    • NoteDip beam patterns are slightly distorted through lenses.
    • NoteFront brakes are slight out of ballance.
    • NoteSlight play detected at steering.

  24. Pass70,520 miles (+13,059)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,520 miles
    Test number
    331868317211
    • NoteDipped aims ON lower limits
    • NoteFront indicators starting to fade slightly

  25. Pass57,461 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,461 miles
    Test number
    583838956119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail57,456 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,456 miles
    Test number
    791617156191
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre wor at inner/outer tread edges abit

Questions about L111 PSH

Does L111 PSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L111 PSH is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L111 PSH?
The MOT on L111 PSH is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L111 PSH done?
L111 PSH was recorded at 116,826 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 2,980 miles a year.
Has L111 PSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 PSH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L111 PSH 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 PSH find?
L111 PSH passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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