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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T279 SFSMOT history

T279 SFS is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 78,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2026
Mileage
78,616 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 SFS
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
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2026
Latest MOT test
14 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T279 SFS was last recorded at 78,616 miles on 14 May 2025, 1,012 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,604 miles · 21 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,012 miles
Average per year
1,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,616 miles
  • 2023 – 77,604 miles
  • 2022 – 77,090 miles
  • 2021 – 75,511 miles
  • 2020 – 74,270 miles
  • 2019 – 73,686 miles
  • 2018 – 72,184 miles
  • 2017 – 69,353 miles
  • 2016 – 65,585 miles
  • 2015 – 64,708 miles
  • 2014 – 62,951 miles
  • 2013 – 60,776 miles
  • 2012 – 58,824 miles
  • 2011 – 56,914 miles
  • 2010 – 55,064 miles
  • 2009 – 53,666 miles
  • 2008 – 52,223 miles
  • 2007 – 50,703 miles
  • 2006 – 48,387 miles
  • 2005 – 46,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,616 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 16 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,616 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    78,616 miles
    Test number
    399708911254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail78,616 miles (+1,012)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,616 miles
    Test number
    883160458171
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,604 miles (+514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    77,604 miles
    Test number
    447163386796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass77,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    77,090 miles
    Test number
    974548078585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,090 miles (+1,579)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,090 miles
    Test number
    401977715661
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  6. Pass75,511 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    215837697813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,509 miles (+1,239)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,509 miles
    Test number
    705612677568
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass74,270 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    74,270 miles
    Test number
    247490401108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail74,270 miles (+584)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,270 miles
    Test number
    783701395977
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass73,686 miles (+1,502)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,686 miles
    Test number
    277867247181
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,184 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,184 miles
    Test number
    456629799830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,175 miles (+2,822)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,175 miles
    Test number
    665267058250
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass69,353 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,353 miles
    Test number
    145560369737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,585 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,585 miles
    Test number
    716155000025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail65,581 miles (+873)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,581 miles
    Test number
    876823093552
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass64,708 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,708 miles
    Test number
    647605795119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  17. Fail64,708 miles (+1,757)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,708 miles
    Test number
    507451665179
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  18. Pass62,951 miles (+5)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,951 miles
    Test number
    115104624286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail62,946 miles (+130)6 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,946 miles
    Test number
    777629984131
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail62,816 miles (+2,040)1 dangerous12 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,816 miles
    Test number
    839238274172
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass60,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    60,776 miles
    Test number
    236855583450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,776 miles (+1,952)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,776 miles
    Test number
    838043783114
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass58,824 miles (+1,910)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,824 miles
    Test number
    358453172110
    • NoteBoth front and both rear flex hoses, ferrules are corroded
    • NoteCooling fan inop?
    • NoteNearside rear drive shaft gaiter insecure
    • NoteOffside ,front to rear brake pipe corroded

  24. Pass56,914 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,914 miles
    Test number
    465463691194
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail56,914 miles (+1,850)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,914 miles
    Test number
    146291581175
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass55,064 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,064 miles
    Test number
    960930290130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail55,029 miles (+1,363)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,029 miles
    Test number
    154922380138
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight wear at steering rack inner track rods

  28. Pass53,666 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,666 miles
    Test number
    920877789144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass52,223 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,223 miles
    Test number
    440753698130
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low
    • NoteP[lay at o/s of rack
    • NotePlay on both front roll bar links

  30. Fail52,223 miles (+1,520)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,223 miles
    Test number
    274373398107
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low
    • NoteP[lay at o/s of rack
    • NotePlay on both front roll bar links

  31. Pass50,703 miles (+2,316)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,703 miles
    Test number
    151381397169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass48,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    610357476139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  33. Fail48,387 miles (+2,363)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    860137076101
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  34. Pass46,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    46,024 miles
    Test number
    493557365122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T279 SFS

Does T279 SFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T279 SFS expired on 13 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T279 SFS?
The MOT on T279 SFS expired on 13 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T279 SFS done?
T279 SFS was recorded at 78,616 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2025, an average of 1,637 miles a year.
Has T279 SFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 SFS has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T279 SFS 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 T279 SFS find?
T279 SFS passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear outer suspension arm ball joint has slight play tiebar; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear outer suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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