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Lotus Elise 111S

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

S111 GSTMOT history

S111 GST is a blue petrol Lotus Elise 111S first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 54,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

S111 GST blue Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
54,994 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S111 GST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise 111S
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S111 GST was last recorded at 54,994 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,991 miles · 12 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,994 miles
  • 2025 – 54,849 miles
  • 2018 – 54,422 miles
  • 2017 – 53,850 miles
  • 2016 – 51,948 miles
  • 2008 – 51,080 miles
  • 2007 – 44,950 miles
  • 2006 – 39,475 miles
  • 2005 – 39,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,994 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2017

Full MOT history

12 tests since 10 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,994 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    54,994 miles
    Test number
    547953661466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail54,991 miles (+142)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,991 miles
    Test number
    190284408857
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working all (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass54,849 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    54,849 miles
    Test number
    738633036478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass54,422 miles (+572)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,422 miles
    Test number
    303275399050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass53,850 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,850 miles
    Test number
    461859298877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail53,846 miles (+1,898)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,846 miles
    Test number
    764666638783
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
  7. Pass51,948 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,948 miles
    Test number
    300273059874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,080 miles (+6,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,080 miles
    Test number
    503687508237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  9. Pass44,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,950 miles
    Test number
    711844187100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,950 miles (+5,475)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,950 miles
    Test number
    404763587192
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass39,475 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,475 miles
    Test number
    774479476117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
  12. Fail39,442 miles6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,442 miles
    Test number
    494952025291
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Questions about S111 GST

Does S111 GST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S111 GST is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S111 GST?
The MOT on S111 GST is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S111 GST done?
S111 GST was recorded at 54,994 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 743 miles a year.
Has S111 GST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S111 GST has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S111 GST 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 S111 GST find?
S111 GST passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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