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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

P3 TFUMOT history

P3 TFU is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 17 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 79,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

P3 TFU blue Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,365 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,515 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P3 TFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P3 TFU was last recorded at 79,365 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,360 miles · 6 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,515 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,365 miles
  • 2025 – 79,342 miles
  • 2024 – 79,241 miles
  • 2023 – 78,925 miles
  • 2022 – 78,714 miles
  • 2021 – 77,888 miles
  • 2020 – 77,565 miles
  • 2019 – 77,564 miles
  • 2018 – 77,061 miles
  • 2017 – 75,832 miles
  • 2016 – 74,676 miles
  • 2015 – 72,988 miles
  • 2014 – 69,542 miles
  • 2013 – 65,968 miles
  • 2012 – 60,937 miles
  • 2011 – 59,801 miles
  • 2009 – 52,362 miles
  • 2008 – 45,078 miles
  • 2007 – 37,616 miles
  • 2006 – 29,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,365 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine oil low on dip stick

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,365 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,365 miles
    Test number
    185900327913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail79,360 miles (+18)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,360 miles
    Test number
    343938553346
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,342 miles (+101)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    79,342 miles
    Test number
    601568982489
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass79,241 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,241 miles
    Test number
    123734203517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail79,234 miles (+309)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,234 miles
    Test number
    994608996431
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass78,925 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,925 miles
    Test number
    316572612339
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail78,925 miles (+211)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,925 miles
    Test number
    821873784486
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass78,714 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,714 miles
    Test number
    611469568381
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail78,708 miles (+820)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,708 miles
    Test number
    379352402294
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated This wheel also has play in the bearing (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass77,888 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,888 miles
    Test number
    615325762432
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low on dip stick
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail77,878 miles (+313)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,878 miles
    Test number
    981484368076
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low on dip stick
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass77,565 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    77,565 miles
    Test number
    711262389584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail77,564 miles (+8)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,564 miles
    Test number
    526597680776
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Fail77,556 miles (+495)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,556 miles
    Test number
    849960014672
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted to full length of vehicle

  15. Pass77,061 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,061 miles
    Test number
    362818805032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail77,061 miles (+1,229)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,061 miles
    Test number
    719697679948
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass75,832 miles (+1,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,832 miles
    Test number
    500757254647
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass74,676 miles (+1,688)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,676 miles
    Test number
    519228131433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,988 miles (+3,446)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,988 miles
    Test number
    218163715466
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass69,542 miles (+3,574)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,542 miles
    Test number
    578967304175
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass65,968 miles (+5,031)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,968 miles
    Test number
    489132503117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,937 miles (+1,136)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,937 miles
    Test number
    238369972047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,801 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    59,801 miles
    Test number
    266468921002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail59,798 miles (+7,436)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,798 miles
    Test number
    837077821003
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass52,362 miles (+7,284)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,362 miles
    Test number
    893549099244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass45,078 miles (+7,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,078 miles
    Test number
    372308088429
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass37,616 miles (+8,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,616 miles
    Test number
    191666087219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass29,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    29,602 miles
    Test number
    562450596255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P3 TFU

Does P3 TFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P3 TFU is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P3 TFU?
The MOT on P3 TFU is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P3 TFU done?
P3 TFU was recorded at 79,365 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 2,515 miles a year.
Has P3 TFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P3 TFU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P3 TFU 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 P3 TFU find?
P3 TFU passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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