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Lotus Elise

Maroon · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

K18 DDBMOT history

K18 DDB is a maroon petrol Lotus Elise first used on 19 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2023 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 43,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2022.

K18 DDB maroon Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2023
Mileage
43,534 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 DDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 DDB was last recorded at 43,534 miles on 11 Aug 2022, 1,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,795 miles · 16 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
1,739 miles
Average per year
2,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 43,534 miles
  • 2019 – 41,795 miles
  • 2017 – 37,187 miles
  • 2016 – 31,244 miles
  • 2015 – 26,841 miles
  • 2014 – 20,928 miles
  • 2013 – 17,472 miles
  • 2011 – 16,717 miles
  • 2010 – 15,575 miles
  • 2008 – 11,913 miles
  • 2007 – 10,358 miles
  • 2006 – 7,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,534 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFull belly pan fitted from front to rear unable to check most components

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass43,534 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    870466808492
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull belly pan fitted from front to rear unable to check most components

  2. Fail43,476 miles (+1,681)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,476 miles
    Test number
    444464850423
    • DangerousBoot lid likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull belly pan fitted from front to rear unable to check most components

  3. Pass41,795 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,795 miles
    Test number
    582868786938
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail41,795 miles (+4,608)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,795 miles
    Test number
    290684371121
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass37,187 miles (+5,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    37,187 miles
    Test number
    841986268572
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  6. Pass31,244 miles (+4,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    31,244 miles
    Test number
    706477485714
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass26,841 miles (+5,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    26,841 miles
    Test number
    503066200563
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass20,928 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    20,928 miles
    Test number
    836421584135
    • NoteAdvise: engin e management lamp illuminated

  9. Fail20,928 miles (+3,456)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,928 miles
    Test number
    677851984155
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteAdvise: engin e management lamp illuminated

  10. Pass17,472 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    17,472 miles
    Test number
    365028573146
    • NoteAdvise: engine management lamp illuminated

  11. Fail17,472 miles (+755)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,472 miles
    Test number
    125177873142
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAdvise: engine management lamp illuminated

  12. Pass16,717 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    16,717 miles
    Test number
    709228001308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,575 miles (+3,662)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    15,575 miles
    Test number
    883403510154
    • NoteOff/side spot lamp in-op

  14. Pass11,913 miles (+1,555)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    11,913 miles
    Test number
    383398938059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass10,358 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    10,358 miles
    Test number
    751080537026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass7,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    7,848 miles
    Test number
    341214336027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 DDB

Does K18 DDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K18 DDB expired on 10 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K18 DDB?
The MOT on K18 DDB expired on 10 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K18 DDB done?
K18 DDB was recorded at 43,534 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2022, an average of 2,161 miles a year.
Has K18 DDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 DDB has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on K18 DDB 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 K18 DDB find?
K18 DDB passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; full belly pan fitted from front to rear unable to check most components.

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