Lotus logo

Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T383 YHOMOT history

T383 YHO is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 11 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 48,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
48,655 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
803 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T383 YHO in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T383 YHO
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
11 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T383 YHO was last recorded at 48,655 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,302 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
353 miles
Average per year
803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,655 miles
  • 2025 – 48,302 miles
  • 2024 – 47,836 miles
  • 2023 – 47,344 miles
  • 2022 – 45,809 miles
  • 2021 – 45,356 miles
  • 2020 – 44,511 miles
  • 2019 – 44,319 miles
  • 2018 – 43,662 miles
  • 2017 – 42,893 miles
  • 2016 – 42,114 miles
  • 2015 – 41,534 miles
  • 2014 – 40,212 miles
  • 2013 – 39,691 miles
  • 2012 – 38,467 miles
  • 2011 – 37,577 miles
  • 2010 – 36,944 miles
  • 2008 – 35,271 miles
  • 2007 – 34,290 miles
  • 2006 – 32,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,655 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 Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Both reflectors have defective reflective surfaces.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,655 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    48,655 miles
    Test number
    968596654109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,302 miles (+466)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    48,302 miles
    Test number
    296342311153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass47,836 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    47,836 miles
    Test number
    901750365734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,344 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    47,344 miles
    Test number
    341478166459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,809 miles (+453)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    45,809 miles
    Test number
    933211918933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,356 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    45,356 miles
    Test number
    137888107902
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Lower edge of reflector corroded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective As nearside. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail45,356 miles (+845)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,356 miles
    Test number
    204010824836
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Lower edge of reflector corroded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective As nearside. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass44,511 miles (+24)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    44,511 miles
    Test number
    904064764130
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Both reflectors have defective reflective surfaces. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail44,487 miles (+168)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,487 miles
    Test number
    616839932922
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Brake lights fail to operate every time the pedal is pushed, they operate must of the time on the first push, very infrequently on subsequent pushes of the pedal, sometimes will not operate at all. (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Both reflectors have defective reflective surfaces. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass44,319 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,319 miles
    Test number
    409324523378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,307 miles (+645)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,307 miles
    Test number
    918700389373
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass43,662 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    43,662 miles
    Test number
    977723246306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail43,638 miles (+745)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,638 miles
    Test number
    615719041642
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass42,893 miles (+779)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    42,893 miles
    Test number
    350767775863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,114 miles
    Test number
    514927012269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,114 miles (+580)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,114 miles
    Test number
    285839515253
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass41,534 miles (+1,322)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,534 miles
    Test number
    521955541515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,212 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,212 miles
    Test number
    808073684202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,200 miles (+509)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,200 miles
    Test number
    699582484212
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  20. Pass39,691 miles (+1,224)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,691 miles
    Test number
    248684883269
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  21. Pass38,467 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,467 miles
    Test number
    346816382412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,577 miles (+633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    37,577 miles
    Test number
    317049371461
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass36,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,944 miles
    Test number
    251838380299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    341338289258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    35,271 miles
    Test number
    300367378450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail35,271 miles (+981)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,271 miles
    Test number
    951037878217
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass34,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,290 miles
    Test number
    311054267430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,290 miles (+1,775)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,290 miles
    Test number
    943804267201
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass32,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    32,515 miles
    Test number
    993275736201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T383 YHO

Does T383 YHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T383 YHO is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T383 YHO?
The MOT on T383 YHO is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T383 YHO done?
T383 YHO was recorded at 48,655 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 803 miles a year.
Has T383 YHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T383 YHO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T383 YHO 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 T383 YHO find?
T383 YHO passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all T383 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.