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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S5 AOKMOT history

S5 AOK is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 6 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 48,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

S5 AOK silver Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2025
Mileage
48,725 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 AOK
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
6 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S5 AOK was last recorded at 48,725 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,440 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
285 miles
Average per year
1,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,725 miles
  • 2024 – 48,440 miles
  • 2023 – 47,997 miles
  • 2022 – 47,278 miles
  • 2021 – 46,304 miles
  • 2020 – 45,352 miles
  • 2019 – 42,390 miles
  • 2018 – 40,044 miles
  • 2017 – 38,538 miles
  • 2016 – 36,120 miles
  • 2015 – 32,230 miles
  • 2014 – 27,911 miles
  • 2013 – 27,796 miles
  • 2009 – 27,055 miles
  • 2008 – 26,281 miles
  • 2007 – 24,151 miles
  • 2005 – 22,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail48,725 miles
  • MajorFront Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Both number plate lights dim.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Coolant leak at radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail48,725 miles (+285)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,725 miles
    Test number
    964855703065
    • MajorFront Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass48,440 miles (+443)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    48,440 miles
    Test number
    622776927394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass47,997 miles (+719)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    47,997 miles
    Test number
    733252085665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,278 miles (+191)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    47,278 miles
    Test number
    857295876739
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All 4 flex pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play both sides

  5. Fail47,087 miles (+783)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,087 miles
    Test number
    123348754740
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll brake flexi ferrules corroded

  6. Pass46,304 miles16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,304 miles
    Test number
    186277650563
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights dim.
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak at radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCatalyst rubbing on rear diffuser
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryIgnition barrel sticking
    • AdvisoryOne bulb on high level brake light inop

  7. Fail46,304 miles (+952)3 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,304 miles
    Test number
    231976334879
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively single (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights dim.
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak at radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCatalyst rubbing on rear diffuser
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryIgnition barrel sticking
    • AdvisoryOne bulb on high level brake light inop

  8. Pass45,352 miles (+2,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    45,352 miles
    Test number
    265658178086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass42,390 miles (+2,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    180551275048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass40,044 miles (+1,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,044 miles
    Test number
    148526712222
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass38,538 miles (+2,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,538 miles
    Test number
    658227564391
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack track arms have slight play nearside and offside

  12. Pass36,120 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,120 miles
    Test number
    733028333659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45-16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45-16 (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail36,116 miles (+320)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,116 miles
    Test number
    375639482607
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45-16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45-16 (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail35,796 miles (+3,566)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,796 miles
    Test number
    548384225553
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass32,230 miles (+786)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    32,230 miles
    Test number
    425386005128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,444 miles (+3,533)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,444 miles
    Test number
    729640855075
    • FailureFront Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass27,911 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    27,911 miles
    Test number
    997020954021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,796 miles (+741)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    27,796 miles
    Test number
    176451653435
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass27,055 miles (+774)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,055 miles
    Test number
    180046189465
    • NoteAll tyres perished and cracking
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to mishape
    • NoteBrake furrells corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  20. Pass26,281 miles (+2,130)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,281 miles
    Test number
    531898598035
    • NoteAll Tyres Cracking On Tread. Advise Changing.
    • NoteUnderside Of Body Covered By Metal Sheild. Unable To Inspect.

  21. Pass24,151 miles (+1,198)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,151 miles
    Test number
    723990587091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass22,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    22,953 miles
    Test number
    862716645304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 AOK

Does S5 AOK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S5 AOK expired on 21 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S5 AOK?
The MOT on S5 AOK expired on 21 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S5 AOK done?
S5 AOK was recorded at 48,725 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 1,289 miles a year.
Has S5 AOK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 AOK has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S5 AOK 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 S5 AOK find?
S5 AOK failed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 4 major defects and 11 advisories: front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp; offside rear parking brake inoperative on one side; offside rear service brake excessively binding, and 12 more.

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