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Lotus Elise

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

SW 1918MOT history

SW 1918 is a green petrol Lotus Elise first used on 9 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 44,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

SW 1918 green Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
44,916 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SW 1918
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SW 1918 was last recorded at 44,916 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 1,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,855 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,061 miles
Average per year
1,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,916 miles
  • 2025 – 43,855 miles
  • 2024 – 43,323 miles
  • 2023 – 42,331 miles
  • 2022 – 41,606 miles
  • 2020 – 40,567 miles
  • 2019 – 39,169 miles
  • 2018 – 36,905 miles
  • 2017 – 35,952 miles
  • 2016 – 35,241 miles
  • 2015 – 33,581 miles
  • 2014 – 32,252 miles
  • 2013 – 31,582 miles
  • 2012 – 29,969 miles
  • 2011 – 28,594 miles
  • 2010 – 26,951 miles
  • 2009 – 24,972 miles
  • 2008 – 22,753 miles
  • 2007 – 19,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,916 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,916 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    44,916 miles
    Test number
    229496744973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass43,855 miles (+532)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    43,855 miles
    Test number
    120751137979
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass43,323 miles (+992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    43,323 miles
    Test number
    367598242118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  4. Pass42,331 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    42,331 miles
    Test number
    861258432542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,606 miles (+1,039)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    41,606 miles
    Test number
    345876702093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,567 miles (+1,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    40,567 miles
    Test number
    539633937217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass39,169 miles (+2,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,169 miles
    Test number
    715146194282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass36,905 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    36,905 miles
    Test number
    273757386583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail36,870 miles (+918)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,870 miles
    Test number
    182807948757
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass35,952 miles (+711)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    35,952 miles
    Test number
    825848458338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass35,241 miles (+1,660)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,241 miles
    Test number
    927935314607
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake discs and pads low
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake discs and pads low
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front steering tie bar

  12. Pass33,581 miles (+1,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,581 miles
    Test number
    537129325131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass32,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    32,252 miles
    Test number
    888502934179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,252 miles (+670)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,252 miles
    Test number
    516412934126
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass31,582 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,582 miles
    Test number
    128957523110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,969 miles
    Test number
    737869202156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,967 miles (+1,373)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,967 miles
    Test number
    948309902163
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  18. Pass28,594 miles (+1,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    28,594 miles
    Test number
    478823931199
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass26,951 miles (+1,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    26,951 miles
    Test number
    533661030175
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Pass24,972 miles (+2,219)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,972 miles
    Test number
    202905339113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,753 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,753 miles
    Test number
    560873338179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,720 miles (+3,274)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,720 miles
    Test number
    470083528186
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMain beam switch poor in operation wiper starting to smear hazard switch poor in operation

  23. Pass19,446 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,446 miles
    Test number
    730958487016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail19,441 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,441 miles
    Test number
    333785087028
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about SW 1918

What vehicle is registration SW 1918 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SW 1918 on a green petrol Lotus Elise first used on 9 Oct 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SW 1918 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SW 1918 is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on SW 1918?
The MOT on SW 1918 is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SW 1918 done?
SW 1918 was recorded at 44,916 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 1,325 miles a year.
Has SW 1918 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SW 1918 has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on SW 1918 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 SW 1918 find?
SW 1918 passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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