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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S46 FYGMOT history

S46 FYG is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 1 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 50,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

S46 FYG silver Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
50,030 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S46 FYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S46 FYG was last recorded at 50,030 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 1,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,802 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,228 miles
Average per year
1,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,030 miles
  • 2025 – 48,802 miles
  • 2024 – 47,055 miles
  • 2023 – 45,855 miles
  • 2022 – 44,483 miles
  • 2021 – 43,419 miles
  • 2020 – 42,723 miles
  • 2018 – 41,913 miles
  • 2017 – 40,387 miles
  • 2016 – 39,816 miles
  • 2015 – 38,931 miles
  • 2014 – 38,006 miles
  • 2013 – 36,766 miles
  • 2012 – 35,672 miles
  • 2011 – 34,523 miles
  • 2010 – 33,525 miles
  • 2009 – 32,244 miles
  • 2008 – 30,120 miles
  • 2007 – 28,264 miles
  • 2005 – 26,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,030 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,030 miles (+1,228)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    50,030 miles
    Test number
    398700779600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass48,802 miles (+1,747)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    48,802 miles
    Test number
    494487669726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass47,055 miles (+1,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    47,055 miles
    Test number
    546223563912
    • 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))

  4. Pass45,855 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    45,855 miles
    Test number
    280587711933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail45,855 miles (+1,372)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,855 miles
    Test number
    521461030264
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass44,483 miles (+1,064)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    44,483 miles
    Test number
    492134057113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass43,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    43,419 miles
    Test number
    792697688060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail43,419 miles (+696)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,419 miles
    Test number
    766878176873
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  9. Pass42,723 miles (+810)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    42,723 miles
    Test number
    863221525639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    41,913 miles
    Test number
    479650576823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail41,913 miles (+1,526)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,913 miles
    Test number
    632517667779
    • Repaired at testFront Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

  12. Pass40,387 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,387 miles
    Test number
    268873498706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,816 miles
    Test number
    328779812850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail39,816 miles (+885)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,816 miles
    Test number
    176611831314
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass38,931 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,931 miles
    Test number
    957486385074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,006 miles
    Test number
    338852524187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail38,006 miles (+1,240)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,006 miles
    Test number
    469925614147
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass36,766 miles (+1,094)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,766 miles
    Test number
    108776283442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,672 miles (+1,149)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,672 miles
    Test number
    758367082020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,523 miles
    Test number
    549335781050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,523 miles (+998)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,523 miles
    Test number
    309460581019
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

  22. Pass33,525 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,525 miles
    Test number
    194711780402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,523 miles (+1,279)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,523 miles
    Test number
    410867550044
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass32,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,244 miles
    Test number
    272859749023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,244 miles (+2,124)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,244 miles
    Test number
    764860049006
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass30,120 miles (+1,856)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,120 miles
    Test number
    760398708068
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged

  27. Pass28,264 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,264 miles
    Test number
    953141917020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion to all suspension components

  28. Fail28,264 miles (+1,442)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,264 miles
    Test number
    330610617094
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion to all suspension components

  29. Pass26,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    26,822 miles
    Test number
    731498245359
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about S46 FYG

Does S46 FYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S46 FYG is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S46 FYG?
The MOT on S46 FYG is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S46 FYG done?
S46 FYG was recorded at 50,030 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 1,139 miles a year.
Has S46 FYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S46 FYG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S46 FYG 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 S46 FYG find?
S46 FYG passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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