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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T143 REUMOT history

T143 REU is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 34,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
34,652 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T143 REU
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T143 REU was last recorded at 34,652 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,652 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,652 miles
  • 2025 – 34,652 miles
  • 2024 – 34,652 miles
  • 2023 – 34,652 miles
  • 2022 – 34,652 miles
  • 2020 – 34,652 miles
  • 2016 – 34,652 miles
  • 2015 – 34,641 miles
  • 2014 – 34,641 miles
  • 2012 – 34,370 miles
  • 2011 – 32,879 miles
  • 2010 – 32,580 miles
  • 2009 – 30,588 miles
  • 2008 – 27,372 miles
  • 2007 – 26,419 miles
  • 2006 – 25,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,652 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,652 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    458218234175
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass34,652 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    136173053416
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass34,652 miles4 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    637001401536
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass34,652 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    980978488980
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass34,652 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    125102181715
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass34,652 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    401215568721
    • AdvisoryUpper ball joint rubbers slightly perished front and rear

  7. Pass34,652 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,652 miles
    Test number
    150312204482
    • AdvisoryMost rubber boots on steering and suspension perishing

  8. Pass34,641 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,641 miles
    Test number
    166441135126
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass34,641 miles (+271)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,641 miles
    Test number
    966719324119
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass34,370 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,370 miles
    Test number
    527674192140
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail34,367 miles (+1,488)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,367 miles
    Test number
    538083792162
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass32,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,879 miles
    Test number
    168679951114
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  13. Fail32,871 miles (+291)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,871 miles
    Test number
    506799051167
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass32,580 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,580 miles
    Test number
    543495950150
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail32,579 miles (+1,991)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,579 miles
    Test number
    472164550152
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is on the legal limit of 1.6mm

  16. Pass30,588 miles (+3,216)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,588 miles
    Test number
    641489359182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/F wheel bering slightly rough when rotated

  17. Pass27,372 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,372 miles
    Test number
    522442748114
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Fail27,346 miles (+927)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,346 miles
    Test number
    982821948128
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass26,419 miles (+1,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,419 miles
    Test number
    830153087085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass25,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,328 miles
    Test number
    171263296098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T143 REU

Does T143 REU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T143 REU is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T143 REU?
The MOT on T143 REU is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T143 REU done?
T143 REU was recorded at 34,652 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 462 miles a year.
Has T143 REU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T143 REU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2012.
Has the mileage on T143 REU 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 T143 REU find?
T143 REU passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 4 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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