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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T111 SJMMOT history

T111 SJM is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 3 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 42,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
42,828 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T111 SJM
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
3 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T111 SJM was last recorded at 42,828 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,801 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,828 miles
  • 2025 – 42,801 miles
  • 2019 – 42,753 miles
  • 2018 – 42,753 miles
  • 2016 – 40,968 miles
  • 2012 – 40,573 miles
  • 2010 – 38,711 miles
  • 2009 – 38,555 miles
  • 2008 – 37,330 miles
  • 2007 – 33,888 miles
  • 2006 – 27,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,828 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBattery charging light remains on all the time
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All for Brake Discs have corroded faces on pad contact area, it would appear from lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyres are 13 years old, however no signs of perishing or cracking
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front, rear , upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass42,828 miles (+27)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    42,828 miles
    Test number
    443546111483
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery charging light remains on all the time
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All for Brake Discs have corroded faces on pad contact area, it would appear from lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres are 13 years old, however no signs of perishing or cracking
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front, rear , upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass42,801 miles (+48)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    42,801 miles
    Test number
    938124274123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all suspension and brake components

  3. Pass42,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    42,753 miles
    Test number
    283790984646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail42,753 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,753 miles
    Test number
    967717882919
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail42,753 miles (+1,785)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,753 miles
    Test number
    253201295748
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play at both front wheels suspect both track rod ends may have slight play

  6. Pass40,968 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    40,968 miles
    Test number
    346357042592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Fail40,967 miles (+394)20 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,967 miles
    Test number
    171953414313
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass40,573 miles (+1,862)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,573 miles
    Test number
    297695352042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,711 miles (+156)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,711 miles
    Test number
    174819510121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteWindscreen washer spray weak
    • NoteWiper blade deteriorated

  10. Pass38,555 miles (+1,225)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,555 miles
    Test number
    800367589026
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  11. Pass37,330 miles (+3,442)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,330 miles
    Test number
    691105288095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,888 miles (+6,852)7 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,888 miles
    Test number
    793726287092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  13. Pass27,036 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,036 miles
    Test number
    772774396055
    • NoteRear dicsc shoh rusting at inner faces.
    • NoteRear fpog l;amp switch initialy did not function, after use OK
    • NoteSlight fluctuating at nearside rear brake.

Questions about T111 SJM

Does T111 SJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T111 SJM is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T111 SJM?
The MOT on T111 SJM is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T111 SJM done?
T111 SJM was recorded at 42,828 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 792 miles a year.
Has T111 SJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T111 SJM has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T111 SJM 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 SJM find?
T111 SJM passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside front headlamp reflector slightly defective; battery charging light remains on all the time, and 6 more.

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