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Lotus Elise

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T216 EDPMOT history

T216 EDP is a black petrol Lotus Elise first used on 26 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 60,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Aug 2027
Mileage
60,106 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T216 EDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T216 EDP was last recorded at 60,106 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jul 2011: 40,917 miles, lower than 43,923 miles on 5 Aug 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
60,103 miles · 25 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,106 miles
  • 2025 – 59,072 miles
  • 2024 – 57,769 miles
  • 2023 – 56,712 miles
  • 2022 – 55,427 miles
  • 2021 – 53,720 miles
  • 2020 – 52,573 miles
  • 2019 – 51,921 miles
  • 2018 – 51,704 miles
  • 2017 – 51,626 miles
  • 2016 – 51,188 miles
  • 2015 – 50,766 miles
  • 2014 – 50,039 miles
  • 2013 – 49,984 miles
  • 2012 – 48,948 miles
  • 2011 – 46,920 miles
  • 2010 – 43,923 miles
  • 2009 – 39,076 miles
  • 2008 – 35,847 miles
  • 2007 – 31,376 miles
  • 2006 – 27,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,106 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,106 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    60,106 miles
    Test number
    198426593140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail60,103 miles (+1,031)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,103 miles
    Test number
    560099127249
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel brake pedal going to the floor (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  3. Pass59,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    59,072 miles
    Test number
    647133778549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail59,072 miles (+1,303)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,072 miles
    Test number
    523235839178
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass57,769 miles (+1,057)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    57,769 miles
    Test number
    379732207103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,712 miles (+1,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,712 miles
    Test number
    362131736190
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass55,427 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,427 miles
    Test number
    948484320709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail55,398 miles (+1,678)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,398 miles
    Test number
    467390239939
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits see print out (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass53,720 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,720 miles
    Test number
    164978778142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,719 miles (+1,146)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,719 miles
    Test number
    574660031949
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high OS & NS (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass52,573 miles (+652)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    52,573 miles
    Test number
    463747248050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,921 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,921 miles
    Test number
    767090678666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail51,907 miles (+203)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,907 miles
    Test number
    870292000897
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

  14. Pass51,704 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,704 miles
    Test number
    123374758367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,626 miles (+438)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    51,626 miles
    Test number
    417589853033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,188 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,188 miles
    Test number
    342051792663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,766 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,766 miles
    Test number
    358796732411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,039 miles (+55)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,039 miles
    Test number
    319574624238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass49,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,984 miles
    Test number
    528543303236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,984 miles (+1,036)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,984 miles
    Test number
    116753003284
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass48,948 miles (+2,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,948 miles
    Test number
    916326722219
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  22. Pass46,920 miles (+6,003)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    46,920 miles
    Test number
    307248801229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,917 miles (-3,006)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,917 miles
    Test number
    228513701261
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass43,923 miles (+4,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,923 miles
    Test number
    970147910297
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass39,076 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    39,076 miles
    Test number
    310512829487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,847 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,847 miles
    Test number
    604631228242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,845 miles (+4,469)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,845 miles
    Test number
    331210328249
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  28. Pass31,376 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,376 miles
    Test number
    410061027223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,388 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,388 miles
    Test number
    602309006220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,312 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,312 miles
    Test number
    101723396026
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake fluid getting low
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly hanging on
    • NoteUnable to fully assess steering system/underside ,due to covering panels etc

  31. Fail27,312 miles4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,312 miles
    Test number
    471610996043
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake fluid level getting low
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly hanging on
    • NoteUnable to fully assess steering system ,underside due to covering panels etc

Questions about T216 EDP

Does T216 EDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T216 EDP is valid until 22 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T216 EDP?
The MOT on T216 EDP is valid until 22 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T216 EDP done?
T216 EDP was recorded at 60,106 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 1,612 miles a year.
Has T216 EDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T216 EDP has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T216 EDP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jul 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T216 EDP find?
T216 EDP passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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