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Lotus Esprit

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,506 cc

T329 JCLMOT history

T329 JCL is a blue petrol Lotus Esprit first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 78,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
78,801 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T329 JCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Esprit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,506 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T329 JCL was last recorded at 78,801 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,735 miles · 27 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
1,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,801 miles
  • 2025 – 78,735 miles
  • 2024 – 78,598 miles
  • 2023 – 78,225 miles
  • 2022 – 77,508 miles
  • 2021 – 76,203 miles
  • 2019 – 75,668 miles
  • 2018 – 73,500 miles
  • 2017 – 72,439 miles
  • 2016 – 70,733 miles
  • 2015 – 68,945 miles
  • 2014 – 66,750 miles
  • 2013 – 64,597 miles
  • 2009 – 64,437 miles
  • 2008 – 61,452 miles
  • 2007 – 56,965 miles
  • 2006 – 52,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,801 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside front brake pads rubbing brake disc centre

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Passenger front seat securing nuts at underside of vehicle are corroded badly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres across tread pattern

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,801 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    78,801 miles
    Test number
    159830199676
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pads rubbing brake disc centre

  2. Pass78,735 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    549078949508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,598 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,598 miles
    Test number
    161975923564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,225 miles (+717)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,225 miles
    Test number
    159228835223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,508 miles (+1,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,508 miles
    Test number
    881878712253
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn slightly on inner edges

  6. Pass76,203 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,203 miles
    Test number
    798228987631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPassenger front seat securing nuts at underside of vehicle are corroded badly
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres across tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail76,194 miles (+526)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,194 miles
    Test number
    988698042220
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPassenger front seat securing nuts at underside of vehicle are corroded badly
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres across tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass75,668 miles (+2,168)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,668 miles
    Test number
    221938677461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,500 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,500 miles
    Test number
    485185977286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,439 miles (+1,706)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,439 miles
    Test number
    500210322856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,733 miles (+1,788)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,733 miles
    Test number
    518952611284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,945 miles (+2,195)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,945 miles
    Test number
    618176065055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,750 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,750 miles
    Test number
    885576664069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,597 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    64,597 miles
    Test number
    487603743095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,437 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    64,437 miles
    Test number
    613736379113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,452 miles (+4,487)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,452 miles
    Test number
    993544728104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,965 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,965 miles
    Test number
    363451917122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,487 miles
    Test number
    740902916163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T329 JCL

Does T329 JCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T329 JCL is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T329 JCL?
The MOT on T329 JCL is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T329 JCL done?
T329 JCL was recorded at 78,801 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 1,286 miles a year.
Has T329 JCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T329 JCL has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T329 JCL 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 T329 JCL find?
T329 JCL passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front brake pads rubbing brake disc centre.

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