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Lotus Elise

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

C8 ROEMOT history

C8 ROE is a grey petrol Lotus Elise first used on 1 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 24,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

C8 ROE grey Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
24,108 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 ROE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 ROE was last recorded at 24,108 miles on 6 May 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,080 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 24,108 miles
  • 2025 – 23,193 miles
  • 2024 – 21,841 miles
  • 2022 – 21,432 miles
  • 2021 – 20,128 miles
  • 2019 – 19,953 miles
  • 2018 – 18,823 miles
  • 2017 – 18,492 miles
  • 2016 – 18,437 miles
  • 2015 – 18,337 miles
  • 2014 – 18,075 miles
  • 2013 – 17,249 miles
  • 2012 – 17,067 miles
  • 2011 – 16,765 miles
  • 2010 – 16,094 miles
  • 2009 – 15,772 miles
  • 2008 – 14,065 miles
  • 2007 – 11,506 miles
  • 2006 – 6,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,108 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass24,108 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    24,108 miles
    Test number
    324099756409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass24,080 miles (+887)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    24,080 miles
    Test number
    417818242023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass23,193 miles (+1,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    23,193 miles
    Test number
    666538797937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass21,841 miles (+409)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    21,841 miles
    Test number
    951081275532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass21,432 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    21,432 miles
    Test number
    880272453337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass20,128 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    20,128 miles
    Test number
    686912037411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail20,121 miles (+168)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,121 miles
    Test number
    370305674588
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Wiper blade condition has not been checked also (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass19,953 miles (+1,130)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    19,953 miles
    Test number
    433639067818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,823 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    18,823 miles
    Test number
    287462113893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass18,492 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    18,492 miles
    Test number
    519789030840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass18,437 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    18,437 miles
    Test number
    288217194361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,337 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    18,337 miles
    Test number
    935404605200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,075 miles (+826)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,075 miles
    Test number
    768514004292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,249 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    17,249 miles
    Test number
    617490303205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,067 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,067 miles
    Test number
    329700612264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,765 miles (+671)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,765 miles
    Test number
    669401911225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,094 miles
    Test number
    962580220167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail16,094 miles (+322)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,094 miles
    Test number
    954174210153
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  19. Fail15,772 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,772 miles
    Test number
    192305609126
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  20. Pass15,772 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    15,772 miles
    Test number
    841015509182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,065 miles (+2,559)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    14,065 miles
    Test number
    513683828165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,506 miles (+4,564)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    11,506 miles
    Test number
    833881787012
    • NoteHazzard lamp switch initialy failed to work, †After repeated use all now OK.

  23. Pass6,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    6,942 miles
    Test number
    342333986098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 ROE

Does C8 ROE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 ROE is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 ROE?
The MOT on C8 ROE is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 ROE done?
C8 ROE was recorded at 24,108 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 853 miles a year.
Has C8 ROE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 ROE has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on C8 ROE 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 C8 ROE find?
C8 ROE passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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