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Lotus Elise

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

20 OMMOT history

20 OM is a green petrol Lotus Elise first used on 30 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 50,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

20 OM green Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
50,778 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
20 OM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

20 OM was last recorded at 50,778 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,755 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,778 miles
  • 2025 – 50,755 miles
  • 2024 – 50,748 miles
  • 2023 – 50,735 miles
  • 2021 – 50,705 miles
  • 2020 – 50,667 miles
  • 2019 – 50,576 miles
  • 2017 – 50,431 miles
  • 2016 – 50,286 miles
  • 2015 – 50,230 miles
  • 2014 – 50,038 miles
  • 2013 – 49,723 miles
  • 2012 – 49,115 miles
  • 2011 – 48,790 miles
  • 2010 – 47,508 miles
  • 2009 – 46,863 miles
  • 2008 – 44,990 miles
  • 2007 – 43,146 miles
  • 2006 – 41,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,778 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar 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))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,778 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    50,778 miles
    Test number
    216040358171
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar 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))

  2. Pass50,755 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    50,755 miles
    Test number
    645224059548
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,748 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    50,748 miles
    Test number
    322890888075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass50,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    50,735 miles
    Test number
    452083515533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail50,735 miles (+30)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,735 miles
    Test number
    294476400277
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass50,705 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    50,705 miles
    Test number
    813557315086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass50,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    50,667 miles
    Test number
    167144181807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,667 miles (+91)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,667 miles
    Test number
    160329993794
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass50,576 miles (+145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,576 miles
    Test number
    257078751130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass50,431 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    50,431 miles
    Test number
    973855368651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,286 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,286 miles
    Test number
    809078048794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail50,286 miles (+56)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,286 miles
    Test number
    909924690778
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass50,230 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,230 miles
    Test number
    447893745041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,038 miles (+315)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,038 miles
    Test number
    489545034019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass49,723 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,723 miles
    Test number
    636705723083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail49,711 miles (+596)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,711 miles
    Test number
    188604323018
    • FailureNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass49,115 miles (+325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,115 miles
    Test number
    157052512433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass48,790 miles (+1,282)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,790 miles
    Test number
    517327921054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,508 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    47,508 miles
    Test number
    353457020089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,863 miles (+1,873)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,863 miles
    Test number
    644917539046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,990 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,990 miles
    Test number
    132339138069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,146 miles (+1,477)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,146 miles
    Test number
    222298237069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,669 miles
    Test number
    142871446487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,669 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,669 miles
    Test number
    443060446036
    • 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)

Questions about 20 OM

What vehicle is registration 20 OM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 20 OM on a green petrol Lotus Elise first used on 30 Jan 1999. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 20 OM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 20 OM is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 20 OM?
The MOT on 20 OM is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 20 OM done?
20 OM was recorded at 50,778 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 448 miles a year.
Has 20 OM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 20 OM has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2023.
Has the mileage on 20 OM 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 20 OM find?
20 OM passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4; coil spring corroded all 4; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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