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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T944 JOGMOT history

T944 JOG is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 50,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
50,299 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T944 JOG
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
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T944 JOG was last recorded at 50,299 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,222 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,299 miles
  • 2025 – 50,222 miles
  • 2024 – 50,172 miles
  • 2023 – 50,148 miles
  • 2022 – 50,136 miles
  • 2021 – 50,120 miles
  • 2020 – 50,045 miles
  • 2019 – 49,969 miles
  • 2018 – 49,615 miles
  • 2017 – 49,506 miles
  • 2016 – 49,325 miles
  • 2015 – 48,981 miles
  • 2014 – 48,483 miles
  • 2013 – 47,806 miles
  • 2012 – 46,375 miles
  • 2011 – 44,625 miles
  • 2009 – 41,055 miles
  • 2008 – 37,545 miles
  • 2007 – 36,678 miles
  • 2006 – 33,922 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,299 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,299 miles (+77)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    50,299 miles
    Test number
    962665362443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass50,222 miles (+50)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    50,222 miles
    Test number
    598154922975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,172 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    50,172 miles
    Test number
    913265935780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass50,148 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    50,148 miles
    Test number
    915805982461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,136 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,136 miles
    Test number
    722030403975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass50,120 miles (+75)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    50,120 miles
    Test number
    274647267032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass50,045 miles (+76)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    50,045 miles
    Test number
    473380782569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass49,969 miles (+354)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,969 miles
    Test number
    101412368387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass49,615 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    49,615 miles
    Test number
    453584226672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,612 miles (+106)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,612 miles
    Test number
    511014059431
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass49,506 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    49,506 miles
    Test number
    630156171675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,325 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,325 miles
    Test number
    572001121696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,981 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,981 miles
    Test number
    659279185187
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Fail48,973 miles (+490)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,973 miles
    Test number
    655288985149
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass48,483 miles (+677)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,483 miles
    Test number
    227331484486
    • NoteSLIGHT LATERAL PLAY ON N/S REAR WHEEL

  16. Pass47,806 miles (+1,431)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,806 miles
    Test number
    655529313177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,375 miles (+21)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,375 miles
    Test number
    336465492004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres low on edge

  18. Fail46,354 miles (+1,729)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,354 miles
    Test number
    337584392055
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres low on edge

  19. Pass44,625 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,625 miles
    Test number
    936579881033
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  20. Fail44,625 miles (+3,570)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,625 miles
    Test number
    165809581445
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  21. Pass41,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,055 miles
    Test number
    491228229346
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail41,055 miles (+3,510)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,055 miles
    Test number
    633488029313
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass37,545 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,545 miles
    Test number
    420239808479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy
    • NoteO/s headlamp assembly slightly insecure

  24. Fail37,545 miles (+867)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,545 miles
    Test number
    782919408336
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy
    • NoteO/s headlamp assembly slightly insecure

  25. Pass36,678 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    36,678 miles
    Test number
    760826327397
    • NoteAll brakes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  26. Fail36,678 miles (+2,756)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,678 miles
    Test number
    494160227467
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteAll brakes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  27. Pass33,922 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,922 miles
    Test number
    654553166254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T944 JOG

Does T944 JOG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T944 JOG is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T944 JOG?
The MOT on T944 JOG is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T944 JOG done?
T944 JOG was recorded at 50,299 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 819 miles a year.
Has T944 JOG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T944 JOG has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on T944 JOG 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 T944 JOG find?
T944 JOG passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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