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Lotus Elise

Red and White · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

LDP 396MOT history

LDP 396 is a red and white petrol Lotus Elise first used on 26 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 16,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

LDP 396 red Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
16,451 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LDP 396
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
26 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LDP 396 was last recorded at 16,451 miles on 27 May 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
16,394 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 16,451 miles
  • 2025 – 16,394 miles
  • 2024 – 16,303 miles
  • 2023 – 16,253 miles
  • 2022 – 16,196 miles
  • 2021 – 16,179 miles
  • 2020 – 16,094 miles
  • 2019 – 16,021 miles
  • 2018 – 15,953 miles
  • 2017 – 15,924 miles
  • 2016 – 15,811 miles
  • 2015 – 15,569 miles
  • 2014 – 15,443 miles
  • 2013 – 15,039 miles
  • 2012 – 14,875 miles
  • 2011 – 14,730 miles
  • 2010 – 14,449 miles
  • 2009 – 13,968 miles
  • 2008 – 13,485 miles
  • 2007 – 13,294 miles
  • 2006 – 12,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,451 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,451 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    16,451 miles
    Test number
    606102717916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass16,394 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    16,394 miles
    Test number
    849802022418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass16,303 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    16,303 miles
    Test number
    759304921617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass16,253 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    16,253 miles
    Test number
    456912415900
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside around treads 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside around treads 225/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass16,196 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    16,196 miles
    Test number
    730720788299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass16,179 miles (+85)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    16,179 miles
    Test number
    144479187676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass16,094 miles (+73)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    16,094 miles
    Test number
    133041456681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass16,021 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    16,021 miles
    Test number
    926458273558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass15,953 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    15,953 miles
    Test number
    744838354866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass15,924 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    15,924 miles
    Test number
    475231279129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,811 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    15,811 miles
    Test number
    343384250914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass15,569 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    15,569 miles
    Test number
    938067945128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,443 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    15,443 miles
    Test number
    707189844105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,039 miles (+164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    15,039 miles
    Test number
    768287253125
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  15. Pass14,875 miles (+145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    14,875 miles
    Test number
    666129152141
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  16. Pass14,730 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,730 miles
    Test number
    388101351134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,449 miles (+481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    14,449 miles
    Test number
    610238640136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass13,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,968 miles
    Test number
    510419849173
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail13,968 miles (+483)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,968 miles
    Test number
    721709849166
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass13,485 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    13,485 miles
    Test number
    483650458142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,294 miles (+980)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    13,294 miles
    Test number
    210481457181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,314 miles
    Test number
    653222776147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LDP 396

What vehicle is registration LDP 396 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LDP 396 on a red and white petrol Lotus Elise first used on 26 Jun 2000. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LDP 396 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LDP 396 is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LDP 396?
The MOT on LDP 396 is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LDP 396 done?
LDP 396 was recorded at 16,451 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 208 miles a year.
Has LDP 396 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LDP 396 has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2009.
Has the mileage on LDP 396 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 LDP 396 find?
LDP 396 passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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