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Lotus Esprit

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 3,506 cc

L99 TUSMOT history

L99 TUS is a blue petrol Lotus Esprit first used on 26 Apr 1996. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 53,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

L99 TUS blue Lotus Esprit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Esprit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
53,016 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 TUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Esprit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,506 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
26 Apr 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 TUS was last recorded at 53,016 miles on 18 May 2026, 3,016 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,000 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,016 miles
Average per year
1,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,016 miles
  • 2025 – 50,000 miles
  • 2024 – 50,000 miles
  • 2023 – 50,000 miles
  • 2022 – 49,225 miles
  • 2021 – 49,149 miles
  • 2019 – 48,800 miles
  • 2018 – 48,047 miles
  • 2017 – 47,633 miles
  • 2016 – 47,518 miles
  • 2015 – 47,048 miles
  • 2014 – 46,419 miles
  • 2012 – 45,802 miles
  • 2011 – 45,263 miles
  • 2010 – 44,273 miles
  • 2009 – 41,959 miles
  • 2008 – 39,195 miles
  • 2007 – 34,657 miles
  • 2006 – 32,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,016 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs rusty and pitted ,lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront suspension corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,016 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    53,016 miles
    Test number
    168749911952
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs rusty and pitted ,lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail53,014 miles (+3,014)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,014 miles
    Test number
    764943194373
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs rusty and pitted ,lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,000 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    50,000 miles
    Test number
    165329884606
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drive shaft oil seal weeping
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass50,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    50,000 miles
    Test number
    204610546505
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass50,000 miles (+775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    50,000 miles
    Test number
    863716776212
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lambda sensor needs attention
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers weak

  6. Pass49,225 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    49,225 miles
    Test number
    933524429706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive water leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamda sensor needs attention

  7. Pass49,149 miles (+349)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    49,149 miles
    Test number
    963197298286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,800 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,800 miles
    Test number
    960454953443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,047 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,047 miles
    Test number
    158388331244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,633 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,633 miles
    Test number
    827200936759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,518 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,518 miles
    Test number
    768504545699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,048 miles (+629)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,048 miles
    Test number
    278322095091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,419 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    46,419 miles
    Test number
    828426164025
    • NoteNEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INSIDE

  14. Fail46,419 miles (+617)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,419 miles
    Test number
    466099654083
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INSIDE

  15. Pass45,802 miles (+539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,802 miles
    Test number
    227705572193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,263 miles (+990)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,263 miles
    Test number
    917753981163
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Pass44,273 miles (+2,314)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,273 miles
    Test number
    384148620172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHead lamps coorroded
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Pass41,959 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,959 miles
    Test number
    112484409173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll coil springs slightly corroded

  19. Fail41,959 miles (+2,764)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,959 miles
    Test number
    294009699015
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureOffside Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll coil springs slightly corroded

  20. Pass39,195 miles (+4,538)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,195 miles
    Test number
    850504218157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,657 miles (+2,609)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,657 miles
    Test number
    383824167187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,048 miles
    Test number
    183474526114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L99 TUS

Does L99 TUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 TUS is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L99 TUS?
The MOT on L99 TUS is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 TUS done?
L99 TUS was recorded at 53,016 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 1,046 miles a year.
Has L99 TUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 TUS has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L99 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 L99 TUS find?
L99 TUS passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs rusty and pitted ,lack of use; front suspension corroded; rear coil spring corroded both.

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