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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S57 LCFMOT history

S57 LCF is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 57,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

S57 LCF silver Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
57,021 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S57 LCF
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 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S57 LCF was last recorded at 57,021 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,977 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
1,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,021 miles
  • 2025 – 56,977 miles
  • 2024 – 56,976 miles
  • 2023 – 56,771 miles
  • 2022 – 56,598 miles
  • 2021 – 56,406 miles
  • 2020 – 56,354 miles
  • 2019 – 55,925 miles
  • 2018 – 55,140 miles
  • 2017 – 54,574 miles
  • 2016 – 53,645 miles
  • 2015 – 52,920 miles
  • 2014 – 52,251 miles
  • 2013 – 51,289 miles
  • 2012 – 50,152 miles
  • 2011 – 48,684 miles
  • 2010 – 47,265 miles
  • 2009 – 44,894 miles
  • 2008 – 42,073 miles
  • 2007 – 38,963 miles
  • 2006 – 34,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,021 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,021 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    57,021 miles
    Test number
    898215499894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass56,977 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    56,977 miles
    Test number
    460242833048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass56,976 miles (+205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    56,976 miles
    Test number
    196053731292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass56,771 miles (+173)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    56,771 miles
    Test number
    494778277883
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass56,598 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    56,598 miles
    Test number
    196002656274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,406 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    56,406 miles
    Test number
    785263374692
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail56,406 miles (+52)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,406 miles
    Test number
    264680074386
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel binding slightly

  8. Pass56,354 miles (+429)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    56,354 miles
    Test number
    685025406343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,925 miles (+785)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,925 miles
    Test number
    885194098358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,140 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    55,140 miles
    Test number
    347725982443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,574 miles
    Test number
    984779042477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,574 miles (+929)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,574 miles
    Test number
    621523687330
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  13. Pass53,645 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,645 miles
    Test number
    635043800111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,920 miles
    Test number
    235187425089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,920 miles (+669)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,920 miles
    Test number
    499993425064
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass52,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    52,251 miles
    Test number
    789553244021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,251 miles (+962)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,251 miles
    Test number
    779726134000
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass51,289 miles (+1,137)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,289 miles
    Test number
    157320533443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass50,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,152 miles
    Test number
    495044432089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,152 miles (+1,468)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,152 miles
    Test number
    885183032042
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass48,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,684 miles
    Test number
    609535031039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,683 miles (+1,418)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,683 miles
    Test number
    289735631073
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  23. Pass47,265 miles (+2,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    47,265 miles
    Test number
    551288320004
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass44,894 miles (+2,821)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    44,894 miles
    Test number
    840592729022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,073 miles
    Test number
    224499338064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,073 miles (+3,110)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,073 miles
    Test number
    880669038064
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack arm.

  27. Pass38,963 miles (+4,847)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    543019627052
    • NoteSlight play in n/s rack arm.

  28. Pass34,116 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,116 miles
    Test number
    150648936060
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise steering rack arms have slight play in arms.

Questions about S57 LCF

Does S57 LCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S57 LCF is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S57 LCF?
The MOT on S57 LCF is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S57 LCF done?
S57 LCF was recorded at 57,021 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 1,136 miles a year.
Has S57 LCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S57 LCF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on S57 LCF 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 S57 LCF find?
S57 LCF passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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