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Lotus Elise

White and Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

T23 LTDMOT history

T23 LTD is a white and green petrol Lotus Elise first used on 4 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 84,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
84,461 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 LTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
White and Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 LTD was last recorded at 84,461 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,917 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
544 miles
Average per year
3,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,461 miles
  • 2025 – 83,917 miles
  • 2024 – 83,704 miles
  • 2023 – 83,515 miles
  • 2022 – 83,379 miles
  • 2021 – 83,191 miles
  • 2019 – 81,998 miles
  • 2018 – 80,217 miles
  • 2017 – 77,575 miles
  • 2016 – 69,298 miles
  • 2015 – 60,346 miles
  • 2014 – 53,234 miles
  • 2013 – 45,151 miles
  • 2012 – 43,120 miles
  • 2011 – 37,404 miles
  • 2010 – 33,226 miles
  • 2009 – 26,161 miles
  • 2008 – 22,670 miles
  • 2007 – 16,768 miles
  • 2006 – 13,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,461 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,461 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    84,461 miles
    Test number
    989763557463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,917 miles (+213)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    83,917 miles
    Test number
    345431590950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,704 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,704 miles
    Test number
    671074748015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass83,515 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,515 miles
    Test number
    872634029427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,379 miles (+188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,379 miles
    Test number
    113913675237
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass83,191 miles (+1,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,191 miles
    Test number
    234534463684
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
  7. Pass81,998 miles (+1,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,998 miles
    Test number
    198686337555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass80,217 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,217 miles
    Test number
    697386662472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,575 miles (+8,277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,575 miles
    Test number
    262679676106
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass69,298 miles (+8,952)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    69,298 miles
    Test number
    469504991423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,346 miles (+7,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,346 miles
    Test number
    849092485184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass53,234 miles (+8,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,234 miles
    Test number
    166182284116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass45,151 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,151 miles
    Test number
    396872483176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,877 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,877 miles
    Test number
    996115953167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,876 miles (+1,756)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,876 miles
    Test number
    295422343448
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass43,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,120 miles
    Test number
    926246842146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,120 miles (+5,716)3 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,120 miles
    Test number
    646242142151
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass37,404 miles (+4,178)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,404 miles
    Test number
    615473031125
    • NoteN/s/r inner sidelight not working
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow on front flexi
    • NoteSlight pitting on front discs
  19. Pass33,226 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,226 miles
    Test number
    463855830107
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/r inner side light not working
  20. Fail33,226 miles (+7,065)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,226 miles
    Test number
    771651630123
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/r inner side light not working
  21. Pass26,161 miles (+3,491)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,161 miles
    Test number
    791119199070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,670 miles (+5,902)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,670 miles
    Test number
    452852698089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,768 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    16,768 miles
    Test number
    730362997080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    13,029 miles
    Test number
    244161226484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 LTD

Does T23 LTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 LTD is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 LTD?
The MOT on T23 LTD is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 LTD done?
T23 LTD was recorded at 84,461 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 3,522 miles a year.
Has T23 LTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 LTD has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2013.
Has the mileage on T23 LTD 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 T23 LTD find?
T23 LTD passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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