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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T739 SNOMOT history

T739 SNO is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 2 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 75,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
75,569 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T739 SNO
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
2 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T739 SNO was last recorded at 75,569 miles on 14 May 2026, 3,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,432 miles · 26 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,137 miles
Average per year
2,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,569 miles
  • 2025 – 72,432 miles
  • 2024 – 71,922 miles
  • 2023 – 71,922 miles
  • 2022 – 71,843 miles
  • 2021 – 71,568 miles
  • 2020 – 71,334 miles
  • 2019 – 71,240 miles
  • 2018 – 71,048 miles
  • 2017 – 70,844 miles
  • 2016 – 70,569 miles
  • 2015 – 70,221 miles
  • 2014 – 69,741 miles
  • 2013 – 69,137 miles
  • 2011 – 67,694 miles
  • 2010 – 65,852 miles
  • 2009 – 56,187 miles
  • 2008 – 42,923 miles
  • 2006 – 21,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,569 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Free play in steering rack

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Washers poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,569 miles (+3,137)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    75,569 miles
    Test number
    637199567458
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play toe link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,432 miles (+510)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    72,432 miles
    Test number
    358762382839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    71,922 miles
    Test number
    101076275698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,922 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    71,922 miles
    Test number
    134346988215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,843 miles (+275)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    71,843 miles
    Test number
    939839870640
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryWashers poor

  6. Pass71,568 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,568 miles
    Test number
    581385018940
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryWashers poor

  7. Fail71,568 miles (+234)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,568 miles
    Test number
    645408569917
    • Repaired at testDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryWashers poor

  8. Pass71,334 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    71,334 miles
    Test number
    870585248960
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail71,331 miles (+91)6 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,331 miles
    Test number
    557271701133
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding all (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass71,240 miles (+192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    71,240 miles
    Test number
    357535120614
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryAll brakes slightly binding

  11. Pass71,048 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,048 miles
    Test number
    966986948573
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFree play in steering rack

  12. Fail71,045 miles (+201)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,045 miles
    Test number
    727767322012
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFree play in steering rack

  13. Pass70,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    70,844 miles
    Test number
    859876464845
    • AdvisoryFree play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail70,844 miles (+275)8 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,844 miles
    Test number
    710402340287
    • Repaired at testDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFree play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass70,569 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    70,569 miles
    Test number
    236502560197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,221 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,221 miles
    Test number
    219608555014
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFreeplay in steering rack

  17. Fail70,221 miles (+480)4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,221 miles
    Test number
    847468055054
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFreeplay in steering rack

  18. Pass69,741 miles (+604)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    69,741 miles
    Test number
    317351454005
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low on tread
    • NoteFreeplay in steering rack
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  19. Fail69,137 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,137 miles
    Test number
    867073053045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing badly and low on tread
    • NoteFreeplay in steering rack
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteLight switch poor

  20. Pass69,137 miles (+1,443)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,137 miles
    Test number
    867993953018
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing badly and low on tread
    • NoteFreeplay in steering rack
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteLight switch poor

  21. Fail67,694 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,694 miles
    Test number
    706244281208
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteRear brake discs going out of shape judder
    • NoteSteering rack worn badly

  22. Pass67,694 miles (+1,842)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    67,694 miles
    Test number
    768074581259
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteRear brake discs going out of shape judder
    • NoteSteering rack worn badly

  23. Pass65,852 miles (+2,952)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,852 miles
    Test number
    611261470260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,900 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    270784460095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked/chipped
    • NoteNearside front upper suspension arm balljoint rubber cover deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear upper suspension arm balljoint rubber cover deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front suspension arm upper and lower balljoint rubber covers deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear upper suspension arm balljoint rubber cover deteriorated

  25. Fail62,900 miles (+6,713)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    762340260004
    • FailureCentre Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked/chipped
    • NoteNearside front upper suspension arm balljoint rubber cover deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear upper suspension arm balljoint rubber cover deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front suspension arm upper and lower balljoint rubber covers deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear upper suspension arm balljoint rubber cover deteriorated

  26. Pass56,187 miles (+13,264)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,187 miles
    Test number
    643435439076
    • NoteNS spot light cracked

  27. Pass42,923 miles (+21,614)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,923 miles
    Test number
    730108328066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass21,309 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,309 miles
    Test number
    562251426283
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Fail21,307 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,307 miles
    Test number
    563955816240
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T739 SNO

Does T739 SNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T739 SNO is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T739 SNO?
The MOT on T739 SNO is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T739 SNO done?
T739 SNO was recorded at 75,569 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 2,744 miles a year.
Has T739 SNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T739 SNO has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T739 SNO 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 T739 SNO find?
T739 SNO passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear outer suspension arm ball joint has slight play toe link; offside rear outer suspension arm ball joint has slight play toe link, and 1 more.

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