Lotus logo

Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S76 LCFMOT history

S76 LCF is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 59,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2024.

S76 LCF blue Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2025
Mileage
59,232 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,341 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S76 LCF in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S76 LCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2025
Latest MOT test
28 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S76 LCF was last recorded at 59,232 miles on 28 May 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,227 miles · 23 May 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 59,232 miles
  • 2019 – 56,470 miles
  • 2018 – 56,430 miles
  • 2017 – 56,374 miles
  • 2016 – 56,338 miles
  • 2015 – 56,300 miles
  • 2014 – 56,201 miles
  • 2013 – 55,762 miles
  • 2012 – 54,949 miles
  • 2011 – 53,957 miles
  • 2010 – 51,922 miles
  • 2009 – 49,723 miles
  • 2008 – 44,678 miles
  • 2007 – 36,394 miles
  • 2006 – 36,355 miles
  • 2005 – 34,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,232 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,232 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    59,232 miles
    Test number
    294483024774
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Fail59,227 miles (+2,757)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,227 miles
    Test number
    737149858064
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass56,470 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,470 miles
    Test number
    204924260188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,430 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,430 miles
    Test number
    910596789880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass56,374 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,374 miles
    Test number
    810627816184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,338 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,338 miles
    Test number
    344842062182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass56,300 miles (+99)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,300 miles
    Test number
    348298735113
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  8. Pass56,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,201 miles
    Test number
    206539524493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,201 miles (+439)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,201 miles
    Test number
    526989524176
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
  10. Pass55,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,762 miles
    Test number
    689811703120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,762 miles (+813)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,762 miles
    Test number
    238731503189
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCuts in sidewall of O/S/F tyre
    • NoteExhaust mounting rubber perished
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass54,949 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,949 miles
    Test number
    228372272009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,948 miles (+991)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,948 miles
    Test number
    646248162056
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  14. Pass53,957 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,957 miles
    Test number
    425448531251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,901 miles (+1,979)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,901 miles
    Test number
    366814531485
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  16. Pass51,922 miles (+2,199)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,922 miles
    Test number
    163374890104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,723 miles (+5,045)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,723 miles
    Test number
    311461189138
    • NoteRear nearside tyre - low tread
  18. Pass44,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,678 miles
    Test number
    934182588161
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Fail44,678 miles (+8,284)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,678 miles
    Test number
    754972788131
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
  20. Pass36,394 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,394 miles
    Test number
    204608817033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,355 miles (+1,859)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,355 miles
    Test number
    354697646307
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  22. Pass34,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    34,496 miles
    Test number
    723129045340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S76 LCF

Does S76 LCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S76 LCF expired on 27 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S76 LCF?
The MOT on S76 LCF expired on 27 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S76 LCF done?
S76 LCF was recorded at 59,232 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2024, an average of 1,341 miles a year.
Has S76 LCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S76 LCF has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S76 LCF 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 S76 LCF find?
S76 LCF passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2024 with 1 advisory: rear service brake binding but not excessively both sides.

Browse all S76 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.