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Lotus Elise

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

NS 3737MOT history

NS 3737 is a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 1 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

NS 3737 blue Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
87,250 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NS 3737
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NS 3737 was last recorded at 87,250 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 2,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,172 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,078 miles
Average per year
3,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,250 miles
  • 2025 – 85,172 miles
  • 2024 – 83,062 miles
  • 2023 – 81,153 miles
  • 2022 – 79,068 miles
  • 2021 – 76,769 miles
  • 2020 – 74,582 miles
  • 2019 – 68,313 miles
  • 2018 – 66,202 miles
  • 2017 – 62,741 miles
  • 2016 – 59,349 miles
  • 2015 – 55,789 miles
  • 2014 – 52,900 miles
  • 2013 – 48,585 miles
  • 2012 – 45,830 miles
  • 2011 – 39,026 miles
  • 2010 – 33,161 miles
  • 2009 – 27,427 miles
  • 2008 – 23,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,250 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,250 miles (+2,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    87,250 miles
    Test number
    837357030105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass85,172 miles (+2,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,172 miles
    Test number
    932467945425
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass83,062 miles (+1,909)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    83,062 miles
    Test number
    166629747974
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass81,153 miles (+2,085)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    81,153 miles
    Test number
    611396994147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,068 miles (+2,299)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,068 miles
    Test number
    914981240859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,769 miles (+2,187)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,769 miles
    Test number
    344906011596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,582 miles (+6,269)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,582 miles
    Test number
    802434126701
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass68,313 miles (+2,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    68,313 miles
    Test number
    627379058524
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass66,202 miles (+3,461)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,202 miles
    Test number
    586614983655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,741 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,741 miles
    Test number
    593355892034
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit 2 rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnderside not fully inspected due to undercovers fitted
  11. Fail62,754 miles (+3,405)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,754 miles
    Test number
    566766776879
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit 2 rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnderside not fully inspected due to undercovers fitted
  12. Pass59,349 miles (+3,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,349 miles
    Test number
    392853000451
    • AdvisoryUnable to access under bonnet to check components dismantling required
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass55,789 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,789 miles
    Test number
    706557355090
    • NoteUnable to access under front bonnet to check components. (Dismantling required)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Fail55,789 miles (+2,889)2 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,789 miles
    Test number
    416162745055
    • DangerousOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnable to access under front bonnet to check components (Dismantling required)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass52,900 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,900 miles
    Test number
    687070254052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,585 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,585 miles
    Test number
    588646543036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,830 miles (+6,804)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,830 miles
    Test number
    928208742028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,026 miles (+5,865)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,026 miles
    Test number
    425030141008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,161 miles (+5,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,161 miles
    Test number
    114727840402
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  20. Pass27,427 miles (+4,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,427 miles
    Test number
    630702749073
    • 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)
  21. Pass23,097 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,097 miles
    Test number
    320233358049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,092 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,092 miles
    Test number
    932239048080
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about NS 3737

What vehicle is registration NS 3737 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NS 3737 on a blue petrol Lotus Elise first used on 1 Mar 2005. 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 NS 3737 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NS 3737 is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on NS 3737?
The MOT on NS 3737 is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NS 3737 done?
NS 3737 was recorded at 87,250 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 3,564 miles a year.
Has NS 3737 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NS 3737 has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on NS 3737 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 NS 3737 find?
NS 3737 passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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