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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

S20 MFGMOT history

S20 MFG is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 7 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 47,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

S20 MFG silver Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
47,363 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 MFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 MFG was last recorded at 47,363 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,356 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,363 miles
  • 2025 – 47,356 miles
  • 2024 – 47,238 miles
  • 2023 – 47,100 miles
  • 2022 – 46,850 miles
  • 2021 – 46,827 miles
  • 2020 – 46,755 miles
  • 2019 – 46,668 miles
  • 2018 – 45,801 miles
  • 2017 – 44,309 miles
  • 2016 – 43,327 miles
  • 2015 – 41,920 miles
  • 2014 – 39,123 miles
  • 2013 – 34,133 miles
  • 2012 – 26,784 miles
  • 2011 – 22,860 miles
  • 2010 – 20,612 miles
  • 2009 – 19,000 miles
  • 2008 – 17,021 miles
  • 2007 – 13,121 miles
  • 2006 – 10,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,363 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise front brake disc pitted, advise near side front replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Advise rear brake disc condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,363 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    757572440838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass47,356 miles (+118)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    47,356 miles
    Test number
    641111510008
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass47,238 miles (+138)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    47,238 miles
    Test number
    388984278658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass47,100 miles (+250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    47,100 miles
    Test number
    536052800159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass46,850 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    46,850 miles
    Test number
    104800451102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass46,827 miles (+9)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    46,827 miles
    Test number
    695322230071
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail46,818 miles (+63)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,818 miles
    Test number
    976935026841
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass46,755 miles (+87)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    46,755 miles
    Test number
    864621185573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass46,668 miles (+867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    46,668 miles
    Test number
    959932865716
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass45,801 miles (+1,492)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,801 miles
    Test number
    792389419705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    44,309 miles
    Test number
    259003089202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail44,309 miles (+982)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,309 miles
    Test number
    501301321288
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass43,327 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,327 miles
    Test number
    151686103106
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake disc pitted, advise near side front replacement
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear brake disc condition

  14. Fail43,326 miles (+1,406)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,326 miles
    Test number
    150901288886
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake disc pitted, advise near side front replacement
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear brake disc condition

  15. Pass41,920 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,920 miles
    Test number
    195746425458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,123 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    39,123 miles
    Test number
    659318444015
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail39,123 miles (+4,990)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,123 miles
    Test number
    675448244093
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass34,133 miles (+7,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    34,133 miles
    Test number
    148605643001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass26,784 miles (+3,924)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    26,784 miles
    Test number
    458739332084
    • NoteOffside front steering or suspenion has slight play

  20. Pass22,860 miles (+2,248)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    22,860 miles
    Test number
    479050541030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf steering has slight paly

  21. Pass20,612 miles (+1,612)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    20,612 miles
    Test number
    442868440059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a slight cut in side wall

  22. Pass19,000 miles (+1,979)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    19,000 miles
    Test number
    503564539095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,021 miles (+3,900)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    17,021 miles
    Test number
    240929248082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,121 miles (+2,453)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    13,121 miles
    Test number
    574250647042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    10,668 miles
    Test number
    123788846027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S20 MFG

Does S20 MFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 MFG is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 MFG?
The MOT on S20 MFG is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 MFG done?
S20 MFG was recorded at 47,363 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 1,836 miles a year.
Has S20 MFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 MFG has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on S20 MFG 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 S20 MFG find?
S20 MFG passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald.

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