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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T348 JCLMOT history

T348 JCL is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 6 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 60,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
60,192 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T348 JCL
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
6 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T348 JCL was last recorded at 60,192 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,924 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
268 miles
Average per year
1,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,192 miles
  • 2022 – 59,924 miles
  • 2021 – 58,745 miles
  • 2020 – 58,117 miles
  • 2019 – 56,710 miles
  • 2018 – 56,227 miles
  • 2017 – 55,755 miles
  • 2016 – 54,789 miles
  • 2015 – 53,535 miles
  • 2014 – 51,757 miles
  • 2012 – 50,966 miles
  • 2011 – 50,160 miles
  • 2010 – 49,950 miles
  • 2009 – 48,618 miles
  • 2008 – 46,030 miles
  • 2007 – 42,037 miles
  • 2006 – 40,245 miles
  • 2005 – 36,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,192 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Coil spring corroded All four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45zr16 93w (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    60,192 miles
    Test number
    918895015428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail60,192 miles (+268)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,192 miles
    Test number
    225682686452
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass59,924 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,924 miles
    Test number
    269721538252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail59,922 miles (+1,177)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,922 miles
    Test number
    690163480485
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass58,745 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,745 miles
    Test number
    148841639518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,117 miles (+1,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,117 miles
    Test number
    671475603311
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass56,710 miles (+483)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,710 miles
    Test number
    742322657097
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (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))

  8. Pass56,227 miles (+472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    56,227 miles
    Test number
    216036109545
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45zr16 93w (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass55,755 miles (+966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,755 miles
    Test number
    588020722127
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45zr16 93w (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass54,789 miles (+1,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,789 miles
    Test number
    801765903410
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass53,535 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,535 miles
    Test number
    465082395026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,757 miles
    Test number
    118835194417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail51,757 miles (+791)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,757 miles
    Test number
    229835394030
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass50,966 miles (+806)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,966 miles
    Test number
    466508302480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,160 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,160 miles
    Test number
    498988981213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,950 miles (+1,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    49,950 miles
    Test number
    740724470232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass48,618 miles (+2,588)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,618 miles
    Test number
    222648259293
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass46,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    46,030 miles
    Test number
    100684568299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,030 miles (+3,993)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,030 miles
    Test number
    321524568444
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass42,037 miles (+1,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    42,037 miles
    Test number
    821605367226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass40,245 miles (+4,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,245 miles
    Test number
    303199656204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass36,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    36,161 miles
    Test number
    791363075296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T348 JCL

Does T348 JCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T348 JCL is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T348 JCL?
The MOT on T348 JCL is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T348 JCL done?
T348 JCL was recorded at 60,192 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 1,169 miles a year.
Has T348 JCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T348 JCL has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T348 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 T348 JCL find?
T348 JCL passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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