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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T15 CDHMOT history

T15 CDH is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 2 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 89,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,214 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T15 CDH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T15 CDH was last recorded at 89,214 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,815 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
399 miles
Average per year
3,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,214 miles
  • 2025 – 88,815 miles
  • 2023 – 87,434 miles
  • 2022 – 86,928 miles
  • 2021 – 86,400 miles
  • 2020 – 85,111 miles
  • 2019 – 83,643 miles
  • 2018 – 82,697 miles
  • 2017 – 81,412 miles
  • 2016 – 78,699 miles
  • 2015 – 78,340 miles
  • 2014 – 76,783 miles
  • 2013 – 74,653 miles
  • 2012 – 69,590 miles
  • 2011 – 66,900 miles
  • 2010 – 60,126 miles
  • 2009 – 49,155 miles
  • 2008 – 38,460 miles
  • 2007 – 26,657 miles
  • 2006 – 20,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,214 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,214 miles (+399)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,214 miles
    Test number
    171591233426
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,815 miles (+6)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,815 miles
    Test number
    327371642764
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail88,809 miles (+1,375)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,809 miles
    Test number
    818225629346
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass87,434 miles (+12)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    87,434 miles
    Test number
    670658934927
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail87,422 miles (+494)1 dangerous6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,422 miles
    Test number
    161460336170
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed begining to over heat (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass86,928 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,928 miles
    Test number
    917293135688
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail86,928 miles (+528)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,928 miles
    Test number
    697476333804
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass86,400 miles (+1,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,400 miles
    Test number
    491965397632
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass85,111 miles (+1,468)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,111 miles
    Test number
    658977076395
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass83,643 miles (+946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,643 miles
    Test number
    901021832099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass82,697 miles (+1,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,697 miles
    Test number
    535080999925
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  12. Pass81,412 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,412 miles
    Test number
    278710056673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryComplete vehicle undertrays fitted

  13. Fail81,412 miles (+2,713)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,412 miles
    Test number
    127468302616
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass78,699 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    157579631026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,340 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    78,340 miles
    Test number
    968140115207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,783 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    249993414249
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail76,783 miles (+2,130)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    249377594437
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass74,653 miles (+5,063)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,653 miles
    Test number
    256383693487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  19. Pass69,590 miles (+2,690)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,590 miles
    Test number
    225988772154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,900 miles (+6,774)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,900 miles
    Test number
    949584071177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,126 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,126 miles
    Test number
    273756970141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight pitting on front discs

  22. Fail60,126 miles (+10,971)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,126 miles
    Test number
    480056070127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight pitting on front discs

  23. Pass49,155 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,155 miles
    Test number
    943879769136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Fail49,150 miles (+10,690)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,150 miles
    Test number
    114723669124
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass38,460 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,460 miles
    Test number
    260276338182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,458 miles (+11,801)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,458 miles
    Test number
    840540938173
    • FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass26,657 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,657 miles
    Test number
    943414227107
    • NoteBoth headlamps cracked & chipped, but not affecting beam pattern.

  28. Fail26,657 miles (+6,316)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,657 miles
    Test number
    272473027183
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth headlamp cracked & chipped, but not affecting beam pattern.

  29. Pass20,341 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,341 miles
    Test number
    703325636289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,232 miles
    Test number
    612094516138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T15 CDH

Does T15 CDH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T15 CDH is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T15 CDH?
The MOT on T15 CDH is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T15 CDH done?
T15 CDH was recorded at 89,214 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 3,460 miles a year.
Has T15 CDH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T15 CDH has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T15 CDH 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 T15 CDH find?
T15 CDH passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside front headlamp reflector slightly defective; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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