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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T212 KJFMOT history

T212 KJF is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2020 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 24,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2020
Mileage
24,115 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2024
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T212 KJF
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
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2020
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T212 KJF was last recorded at 24,115 miles on 10 Jun 2024, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,989 miles · 10 Jun 2019
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 24,115 miles
  • 2019 – 23,989 miles
  • 2018 – 23,894 miles
  • 2017 – 23,890 miles
  • 2016 – 23,875 miles
  • 2015 – 23,655 miles
  • 2009 – 22,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail24,115 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Covers on underside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

8 tests since 16 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail24,115 miles (+126)4 dangerous6 major6 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,115 miles
    Test number
    189458209781
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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))
  2. Pass23,989 miles (+95)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    23,989 miles
    Test number
    382944846677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass23,894 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    23,894 miles
    Test number
    108379286745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  4. Pass23,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    23,890 miles
    Test number
    806821462434
    • AdvisoryCovers on underside
  5. Fail23,890 miles (+15)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,890 miles
    Test number
    487391305626
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront brake binding both (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCovers on underside
  6. Pass23,875 miles (+220)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    23,875 miles
    Test number
    353617267981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryCovers on underside
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been standing
  7. Pass23,655 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    23,655 miles
    Test number
    575728255037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass22,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,018 miles
    Test number
    623185479005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T212 KJF

Does T212 KJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T212 KJF expired on 9 Dec 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T212 KJF?
The MOT on T212 KJF expired on 9 Dec 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T212 KJF done?
T212 KJF was recorded at 24,115 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2024, an average of 138 miles a year.
Has T212 KJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T212 KJF has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T212 KJF 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 T212 KJF find?
T212 KJF failed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2024 with 4 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 6 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside front tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 15 more.

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