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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T275 RPHMOT history

T275 RPH is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
72,765 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T275 RPH
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
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T275 RPH was last recorded at 72,765 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,748 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
1,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,765 miles
  • 2025 – 67,419 miles
  • 2024 – 65,607 miles
  • 2023 – 65,149 miles
  • 2022 – 64,230 miles
  • 2021 – 63,561 miles
  • 2019 – 63,099 miles
  • 2018 – 62,442 miles
  • 2017 – 61,217 miles
  • 2016 – 59,674 miles
  • 2015 – 55,827 miles
  • 2014 – 50,827 miles
  • 2013 – 46,460 miles
  • 2011 – 45,875 miles
  • 2010 – 45,443 miles
  • 2009 – 43,867 miles
  • 2008 – 41,728 miles
  • 2007 – 38,308 miles
  • 2006 – 34,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,765 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,765 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    72,765 miles
    Test number
    813340024274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,748 miles (+5,329)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    494543560705
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  3. Pass67,419 miles (+1,812)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    67,419 miles
    Test number
    716693586054
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small cut (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  4. Pass65,607 miles (+458)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    65,607 miles
    Test number
    774517104363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,149 miles (+919)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    65,149 miles
    Test number
    683950807703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,230 miles (+669)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    64,230 miles
    Test number
    499174141932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    63,561 miles
    Test number
    710654419777
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail63,561 miles (+462)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,561 miles
    Test number
    457867630226
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass63,099 miles (+657)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,099 miles
    Test number
    742187726860
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass62,442 miles (+1,225)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    62,442 miles
    Test number
    519022884278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,217 miles (+1,543)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    61,217 miles
    Test number
    388017256536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,674 miles (+3,847)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    59,674 miles
    Test number
    199036291871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,827 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,827 miles
    Test number
    354009812855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,827 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,827 miles
    Test number
    427373854373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,038 miles (+2,578)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,038 miles
    Test number
    467940664099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,460 miles (+585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,460 miles
    Test number
    746079543065
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass45,875 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    45,875 miles
    Test number
    465692201382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,443 miles (+1,576)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,443 miles
    Test number
    990108690266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,867 miles (+2,139)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    43,867 miles
    Test number
    893750109307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,728 miles (+3,420)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,728 miles
    Test number
    620907698267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,308 miles (+4,227)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    38,308 miles
    Test number
    602476197275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,081 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    34,081 miles
    Test number
    720471306358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,071 miles (+219)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,071 miles
    Test number
    322317896494
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteKnock from steering
  24. Pass33,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,852 miles
    Test number
    900738946275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Fail33,852 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,852 miles
    Test number
    940352146299
    • FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about T275 RPH

Does T275 RPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T275 RPH is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T275 RPH?
The MOT on T275 RPH is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T275 RPH done?
T275 RPH was recorded at 72,765 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 1,962 miles a year.
Has T275 RPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T275 RPH has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T275 RPH 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 T275 RPH find?
T275 RPH passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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