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Lotus Esprit

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,506 cc

T13 WABMOT history

T13 WAB is a red petrol Lotus Esprit first used on 15 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 72,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
72,823 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T13 WAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Esprit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,506 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T13 WAB was last recorded at 72,823 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 1,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,062 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,761 miles
Average per year
1,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,823 miles
  • 2025 – 71,062 miles
  • 2024 – 70,048 miles
  • 2022 – 68,321 miles
  • 2020 – 67,411 miles
  • 2019 – 66,629 miles
  • 2018 – 66,070 miles
  • 2017 – 64,002 miles
  • 2016 – 61,373 miles
  • 2015 – 60,190 miles
  • 2014 – 57,532 miles
  • 2013 – 55,020 miles
  • 2012 – 52,492 miles
  • 2011 – 49,918 miles
  • 2010 – 47,839 miles
  • 2009 – 46,894 miles
  • 2008 – 45,740 miles
  • 2007 – 44,824 miles
  • 2006 – 43,079 miles
  • 2005 – 41,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,823 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.

  • General corrosion to suspension and components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,823 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    72,823 miles
    Test number
    359932956997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,062 miles (+1,014)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,062 miles
    Test number
    365657464620
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule FRONT AND REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  3. Pass70,048 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    70,048 miles
    Test number
    737896743510
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside and nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    181944814668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    328817641602
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass68,321 miles (+910)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    68,321 miles
    Test number
    845196199602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,411 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,411 miles
    Test number
    400481160916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,629 miles (+559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,629 miles
    Test number
    805915787682
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass66,070 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    66,070 miles
    Test number
    531685100007
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension and components

  10. Fail66,057 miles (+2,055)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,057 miles
    Test number
    374091295020
    • 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))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension and components

  11. Pass64,002 miles (+2,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,002 miles
    Test number
    442246509633
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules front and rear (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Pass61,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    61,373 miles
    Test number
    271157600959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,367 miles (+1,177)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,367 miles
    Test number
    373887503208
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass60,190 miles (+2,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,190 miles
    Test number
    279927895594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass57,532 miles (+2,043)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,532 miles
    Test number
    776055324340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,489 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    55,489 miles
    Test number
    138959044081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,020 miles (+2,528)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,020 miles
    Test number
    948829413396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,492 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,492 miles
    Test number
    398981322333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,918 miles (+54)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,918 miles
    Test number
    766582531300
    • NoteRear discs slightly worn
    • NoteSmall chip offside rear wheel
    • NoteSome play in engine mounts

  20. Fail49,864 miles (+2,025)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,864 miles
    Test number
    299342611373
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEvidence of front wheels catching arches on full lock. (not now)
    • NoteRear discs worn
    • NoteSmall chip @ offside rear wheel rim
    • NoteSome play in engine mounts

  21. Pass47,839 miles (+945)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,839 miles
    Test number
    834837940310
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteGearbox mtgs collapsed

  22. Pass46,894 miles (+1,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,894 miles
    Test number
    882094549371
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass45,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,740 miles
    Test number
    550715018396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,740 miles (+916)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,740 miles
    Test number
    493950118392
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass44,824 miles (+1,745)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,824 miles
    Test number
    430769917491
    • NoteBoth front tyres inner edges of tread depth at min
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread depths low
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has cut in tread
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass43,079 miles (+1,541)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    43,079 miles
    Test number
    573881626334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    41,538 miles
    Test number
    130473315382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T13 WAB

Does T13 WAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T13 WAB is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T13 WAB?
The MOT on T13 WAB is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T13 WAB done?
T13 WAB was recorded at 72,823 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 1,543 miles a year.
Has T13 WAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T13 WAB has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T13 WAB 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 T13 WAB find?
T13 WAB passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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