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Lotus Elise

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T703 JRJMOT history

T703 JRJ is a black petrol Lotus Elise first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 55,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
55,043 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T703 JRJ
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T703 JRJ was last recorded at 55,043 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 4,691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,352 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,691 miles
Average per year
424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,043 miles
  • 2025 – 50,352 miles
  • 2022 – 50,312 miles
  • 2017 – 50,305 miles
  • 2016 – 50,298 miles
  • 2015 – 50,202 miles
  • 2014 – 50,037 miles
  • 2013 – 49,650 miles
  • 2012 – 48,954 miles
  • 2011 – 48,842 miles
  • 2010 – 48,601 miles
  • 2009 – 48,420 miles
  • 2008 – 47,843 miles
  • 2007 – 46,959 miles
  • 2006 – 46,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,043 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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,043 miles (+4,691)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    55,043 miles
    Test number
    855107344069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,352 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    50,352 miles
    Test number
    259838696916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass50,312 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    50,312 miles
    Test number
    445872249728
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass50,305 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,305 miles
    Test number
    300206620809
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass50,298 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,298 miles
    Test number
    180987254976
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on 2.5mm

  6. Fail50,298 miles (+96)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,298 miles
    Test number
    995410045285
    • FailureStop lamp not working No brake lights (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on 2.5mm

  7. Pass50,202 miles (+165)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    50,202 miles
    Test number
    617118825175
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass50,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,037 miles
    Test number
    206722534115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail50,037 miles (+387)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,037 miles
    Test number
    208199624450
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass49,650 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    606000823171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear suspension arm ball joint boots slightly deteriorated

  11. Fail49,650 miles (+696)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    269857913493
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear suspension arm ball joint boots slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass48,954 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,954 miles
    Test number
    149469412116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,842 miles (+241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,842 miles
    Test number
    566407921156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass48,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,601 miles
    Test number
    883094300131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,601 miles (+181)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,601 miles
    Test number
    782440700127
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  16. Fail48,420 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,420 miles
    Test number
    224398409405
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  17. Pass48,420 miles (+577)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,420 miles
    Test number
    952298709117
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  18. Pass47,843 miles (+884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,843 miles
    Test number
    263917128180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass46,959 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2008
    Odometer
    46,959 miles
    Test number
    214286707425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,638 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,638 miles
    Test number
    270112206447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNon obligatory lamp insecure/defective

Questions about T703 JRJ

Does T703 JRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T703 JRJ is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T703 JRJ?
The MOT on T703 JRJ is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T703 JRJ done?
T703 JRJ was recorded at 55,043 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 424 miles a year.
Has T703 JRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T703 JRJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on T703 JRJ 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 T703 JRJ find?
T703 JRJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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