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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T111 ETXMOT history

T111 ETX is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 40,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2026
Mileage
40,427 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T111 ETX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T111 ETX was last recorded at 40,427 miles on 10 Jun 2025, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,254 miles · 29 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 40,427 miles
  • 2024 – 40,254 miles
  • 2022 – 39,960 miles
  • 2021 – 39,647 miles
  • 2020 – 39,263 miles
  • 2019 – 38,447 miles
  • 2017 – 37,847 miles
  • 2015 – 37,570 miles
  • 2014 – 37,256 miles
  • 2013 – 36,408 miles
  • 2012 – 36,069 miles
  • 2011 – 34,888 miles
  • 2010 – 33,976 miles
  • 2009 – 33,562 miles
  • 2008 – 31,869 miles
  • 2007 – 30,845 miles
  • 2006 – 27,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,427 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.

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

    Failure5 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Failure5 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    40,427 miles
    Test number
    546987795468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail40,427 miles (+173)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,427 miles
    Test number
    198359979295
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass40,254 miles (+294)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    40,254 miles
    Test number
    879379042678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,960 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    39,960 miles
    Test number
    112681308662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,647 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    39,647 miles
    Test number
    412027445348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,263 miles (+816)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    39,263 miles
    Test number
    926354610460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,447 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,447 miles
    Test number
    453476350551
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail38,385 miles (+538)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,385 miles
    Test number
    953319447144
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass37,847 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    37,847 miles
    Test number
    882988480663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,570 miles (+314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    37,570 miles
    Test number
    288785932387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass37,256 miles (+848)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,256 miles
    Test number
    177655544383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass36,408 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    36,408 miles
    Test number
    547712733355
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail36,407 miles (+338)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,407 miles
    Test number
    616940033309
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass36,069 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,069 miles
    Test number
    906539512329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,068 miles (+1,180)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,068 miles
    Test number
    607327512333
    • 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)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs have surface rust.

  16. Pass34,888 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,888 miles
    Test number
    677309311393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,887 miles (+911)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,887 miles
    Test number
    418208511411
    • 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)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass33,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,976 miles
    Test number
    302147720363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,976 miles (+414)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,976 miles
    Test number
    330336220349
    • FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  20. Pass33,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,562 miles
    Test number
    484679629432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,562 miles (+1,693)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,562 miles
    Test number
    700348629311
    • DangerousRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  22. Pass31,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,869 miles
    Test number
    423534328440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,869 miles (+1,024)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,869 miles
    Test number
    264368218396
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear number plate deterioated.

  24. Pass30,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    30,845 miles
    Test number
    121715847381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,845 miles (+2,926)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,845 miles
    Test number
    982315847362
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate will need changing soon due to dirt ingress in plate.

  26. Pass27,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,919 miles
    Test number
    422578136358
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T111 ETX

Does T111 ETX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T111 ETX expired on 9 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T111 ETX?
The MOT on T111 ETX expired on 9 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T111 ETX done?
T111 ETX was recorded at 40,427 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2025, an average of 676 miles a year.
Has T111 ETX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T111 ETX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T111 ETX 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 T111 ETX find?
T111 ETX passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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