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Lotus Elise

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

L60 SPOMOT history

L60 SPO is a black petrol Lotus Elise first used on 5 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 39,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

L60 SPO black Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
39,137 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L60 SPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
5 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L60 SPO was last recorded at 39,137 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,128 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
1,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 39,137 miles
  • 2021 – 38,570 miles
  • 2019 – 37,310 miles
  • 2017 – 35,829 miles
  • 2016 – 35,204 miles
  • 2014 – 34,810 miles
  • 2011 – 32,838 miles
  • 2010 – 32,625 miles
  • 2009 – 30,945 miles
  • 2008 – 28,050 miles
  • 2007 – 20,694 miles
  • 2006 – 15,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,137 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,137 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    159719522902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail39,128 miles (+10)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,128 miles
    Test number
    496212540454
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail39,118 miles (+548)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,118 miles
    Test number
    558794372776
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass38,570 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    38,570 miles
    Test number
    295433181507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass37,310 miles (+1,481)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,310 miles
    Test number
    719828187728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass35,829 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    35,829 miles
    Test number
    161698778856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,204 miles (+394)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,204 miles
    Test number
    813271540067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front deteriorting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass34,810 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    34,810 miles
    Test number
    227428454242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteNo inside mirror

  9. Fail34,809 miles (+1,971)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,809 miles
    Test number
    647174454233
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteNo inside mirror

  10. Pass32,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,838 miles
    Test number
    297664191463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail32,838 miles (+213)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,838 miles
    Test number
    807954791138
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass32,625 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,625 miles
    Test number
    334075090104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail32,615 miles (+1,670)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,615 miles
    Test number
    783560660164
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass30,945 miles (+2,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,945 miles
    Test number
    433752619149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass28,050 miles (+7,356)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,050 miles
    Test number
    921706308101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,694 miles (+5,132)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,694 miles
    Test number
    813814337125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    15,562 miles
    Test number
    522852946146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L60 SPO

Does L60 SPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L60 SPO expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L60 SPO?
The MOT on L60 SPO expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L60 SPO done?
L60 SPO was recorded at 39,137 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 1,215 miles a year.
Has L60 SPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L60 SPO has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L60 SPO 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 L60 SPO find?
L60 SPO passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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