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Lotus Elise

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S24 WACMOT history

S24 WAC is a red petrol Lotus Elise first used on 12 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 98,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

S24 WAC red Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
98,542 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S24 WAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S24 WAC was last recorded at 98,542 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 1,033 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,509 miles · 22 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,033 miles
Average per year
3,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,542 miles
  • 2023 – 97,509 miles
  • 2021 – 96,575 miles
  • 2019 – 95,266 miles
  • 2018 – 94,344 miles
  • 2017 – 90,943 miles
  • 2016 – 88,062 miles
  • 2015 – 85,881 miles
  • 2014 – 80,198 miles
  • 2013 – 76,169 miles
  • 2012 – 68,815 miles
  • 2011 – 61,622 miles
  • 2010 – 56,964 miles
  • 2009 – 51,042 miles
  • 2008 – 42,567 miles
  • 2007 – 35,760 miles
  • 2006 – 31,422 miles
  • 2005 – 28,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,542 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Coil spring corroded * All 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy + some roughness felt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    98,542 miles
    Test number
    527875042736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail98,542 miles (+1,033)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,542 miles
    Test number
    906968959342
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass97,509 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    97,509 miles
    Test number
    403092958071
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded * All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Driving Lamp inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy + some roughness felt (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail97,508 miles (+933)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,508 miles
    Test number
    963186969005
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Too High (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam + Driving lamp inop (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded * All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy + some roughness felt (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass96,575 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,575 miles
    Test number
    379378782916
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail96,575 miles (+1,309)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,575 miles
    Test number
    662307495541
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam Dip Beam goes out when rear fog lamp switched on (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Flickers and goes out (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass95,266 miles (+922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,266 miles
    Test number
    818772923500
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass94,344 miles (+1)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    94,344 miles
    Test number
    210058396655
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail94,343 miles (+3,400)1 dangerous11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,343 miles
    Test number
    531776670464
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID Fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID Fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement Caliper lever stuck down (1.1.15 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheels rough to rotate

  10. Pass90,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,943 miles
    Test number
    903426750761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod - worse (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Fail90,943 miles (+2,881)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,943 miles
    Test number
    982849028716
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod - worse (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass88,062 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    88,062 miles
    Test number
    813469296493
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both inner rack end tie rods (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  13. Fail88,060 miles (+2,179)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,060 miles
    Test number
    289202852699
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both inner rack end tie rods (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  14. Pass85,881 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    85,881 miles
    Test number
    919564830276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod, badly (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod, slight (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail85,879 miles (+5,681)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,879 miles
    Test number
    511107276626
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod, badly (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play tie rod, slight (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass80,198 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,198 miles
    Test number
    276727744338
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing

  17. Fail80,198 miles (+4,029)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,198 miles
    Test number
    397385144370
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perishing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing

  18. Pass76,169 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,169 miles
    Test number
    295915343388
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres badly cracking

  19. Fail76,169 miles (+7,354)1 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,169 miles
    Test number
    518704243354
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres badly cracking

  20. Pass68,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,815 miles
    Test number
    168259442304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,815 miles (+7,193)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,815 miles
    Test number
    529955942330
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront flexi brake pipe ends corroded
    • NoteNearside lower balljoint boot cracking
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  22. Pass61,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    61,622 miles
    Test number
    296511341398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,621 miles (+4,657)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,621 miles
    Test number
    857341241342
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack

  24. Pass56,964 miles (+5,922)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,964 miles
    Test number
    252616120306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,042 miles (+8,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    51,042 miles
    Test number
    220418749326
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass42,567 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    42,567 miles
    Test number
    330086418342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,552 miles (+6,792)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,552 miles
    Test number
    831245208371
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass35,760 miles (+4,338)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    35,760 miles
    Test number
    404557407428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,422 miles (+2,784)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,422 miles
    Test number
    243330056246
    • NoteUnderside covers fitted

  30. Pass28,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    28,638 miles
    Test number
    664233845207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S24 WAC

Does S24 WAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S24 WAC is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S24 WAC?
The MOT on S24 WAC is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S24 WAC done?
S24 WAC was recorded at 98,542 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 3,444 miles a year.
Has S24 WAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S24 WAC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S24 WAC 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 S24 WAC find?
S24 WAC passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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