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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T264 FGTMOT history

T264 FGT is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 20 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 66,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
66,986 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T264 FGT
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
20 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T264 FGT was last recorded at 66,986 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 868 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,118 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
868 miles
Average per year
936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,986 miles
  • 2025 – 66,118 miles
  • 2024 – 64,851 miles
  • 2023 – 63,479 miles
  • 2022 – 62,865 miles
  • 2021 – 61,768 miles
  • 2020 – 60,456 miles
  • 2019 – 58,525 miles
  • 2018 – 57,066 miles
  • 2017 – 55,625 miles
  • 2016 – 53,824 miles
  • 2015 – 53,156 miles
  • 2014 – 52,240 miles
  • 2012 – 51,593 miles
  • 2011 – 51,157 miles
  • 2009 – 50,441 miles
  • 2008 – 49,460 miles
  • 2007 – 49,010 miles
  • 2006 – 48,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,986 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Engine cover

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Undertrays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,986 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    66,986 miles
    Test number
    553476405827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass66,118 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    66,118 miles
    Test number
    625013776119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,851 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    64,851 miles
    Test number
    745888584438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,479 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    63,479 miles
    Test number
    348837304565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,865 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,865 miles
    Test number
    737550064289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail62,865 miles (+1,097)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,865 miles
    Test number
    910205167409
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass61,768 miles (+1,312)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,768 miles
    Test number
    766433683145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,456 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    60,456 miles
    Test number
    414919225805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail60,444 miles (+1,919)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,444 miles
    Test number
    614972711743
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,525 miles (+1,459)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,525 miles
    Test number
    393688033292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,066 miles (+161)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,066 miles
    Test number
    637978943507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,905 miles (+1,280)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,905 miles
    Test number
    940543010073
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass55,625 miles (+402)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,625 miles
    Test number
    310913345225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  14. Pass55,223 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,223 miles
    Test number
    785160845754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  15. Fail55,223 miles (+1,399)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,223 miles
    Test number
    704745862410
    • Repaired at testCentral Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  16. Pass53,824 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,824 miles
    Test number
    243334500594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,156 miles (+916)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    53,156 miles
    Test number
    938954065186
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass52,240 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,240 miles
    Test number
    678734074118
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail52,240 miles (+647)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,240 miles
    Test number
    925207464173
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass51,593 miles (+436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    51,593 miles
    Test number
    346525232482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass51,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,157 miles
    Test number
    447289001186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Fail51,157 miles (+716)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,157 miles
    Test number
    896409001191
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass50,441 miles (+981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,441 miles
    Test number
    240204539227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass49,460 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,460 miles
    Test number
    643056788122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Fail49,402 miles (+392)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,402 miles
    Test number
    594543378132
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass49,010 miles (+30)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,010 miles
    Test number
    871940767159
    • NoteAll advises as per previous vt32

  27. Fail48,980 miles (+846)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,980 miles
    Test number
    681241157100
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside front anti-roll bar link gaiters split
    • NoteSlight play in offside rear lower ball joint

  28. Pass48,134 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,134 miles
    Test number
    934213646174
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T264 FGT

Does T264 FGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T264 FGT is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T264 FGT?
The MOT on T264 FGT is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T264 FGT done?
T264 FGT was recorded at 66,986 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 936 miles a year.
Has T264 FGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T264 FGT has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T264 FGT 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 T264 FGT find?
T264 FGT passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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