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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T215 KBOMOT history

T215 KBO is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 26,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
26,531 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
607 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T215 KBO
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T215 KBO was last recorded at 26,531 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,480 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
607 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 26,531 miles
  • 2025 – 26,480 miles
  • 2024 – 26,387 miles
  • 2022 – 26,250 miles
  • 2021 – 26,069 miles
  • 2020 – 25,754 miles
  • 2019 – 25,154 miles
  • 2018 – 24,873 miles
  • 2017 – 24,550 miles
  • 2016 – 24,224 miles
  • 2015 – 23,399 miles
  • 2014 – 22,829 miles
  • 2013 – 22,529 miles
  • 2012 – 21,889 miles
  • 2011 – 21,203 miles
  • 2010 – 19,562 miles
  • 2009 – 17,878 miles
  • 2008 – 17,038 miles
  • 2007 – 15,301 miles
  • 2006 – 14,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,531 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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Upper Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,531 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    26,531 miles
    Test number
    487614641544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass26,480 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    26,480 miles
    Test number
    110804659880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass26,387 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    26,387 miles
    Test number
    632565000652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass26,250 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    26,250 miles
    Test number
    938249012907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass26,069 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    26,069 miles
    Test number
    141131832862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail26,066 miles (+312)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,066 miles
    Test number
    627993577911
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass25,754 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    25,754 miles
    Test number
    315723100723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail25,554 miles (+400)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,554 miles
    Test number
    797943358449
    • 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 after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  9. Pass25,154 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    25,154 miles
    Test number
    311672726034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,873 miles (+323)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    24,873 miles
    Test number
    948569071522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,550 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    24,550 miles
    Test number
    172755200913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,224 miles (+825)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    24,224 miles
    Test number
    752787746599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,399 miles (+10)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    23,399 miles
    Test number
    159166985431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail23,389 miles (+560)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,389 miles
    Test number
    338944885086
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass22,829 miles (+300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,829 miles
    Test number
    307983084093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass22,529 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    22,529 miles
    Test number
    719911383093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,889 miles (+686)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,889 miles
    Test number
    339042782079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,203 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,203 miles
    Test number
    377361791019
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail21,199 miles (+1,637)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,199 miles
    Test number
    787248181077
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass19,562 miles (+1,684)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    19,562 miles
    Test number
    292347750007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,878 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,878 miles
    Test number
    290697959062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,038 miles
    Test number
    182902858476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail17,038 miles (+1,737)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,038 miles
    Test number
    441952358076
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass15,301 miles (+1,012)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    15,301 miles
    Test number
    573130067071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,289 miles
    Test number
    781514446044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T215 KBO

Does T215 KBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T215 KBO is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T215 KBO?
The MOT on T215 KBO is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T215 KBO done?
T215 KBO was recorded at 26,531 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 607 miles a year.
Has T215 KBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T215 KBO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T215 KBO 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 T215 KBO find?
T215 KBO passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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