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Lotus Elise

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T296 RHWMOT history

T296 RHW is a green petrol Lotus Elise first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 192,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2025
Mileage
192,208 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T296 RHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T296 RHW was last recorded at 192,208 miles on 28 Jun 2024, 1,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,796 miles · 23 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,412 miles
Average per year
8,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 192,208 miles
  • 2023 – 190,796 miles
  • 2022 – 190,068 miles
  • 2021 – 189,159 miles
  • 2019 – 183,199 miles
  • 2017 – 179,202 miles
  • 2016 – 173,669 miles
  • 2014 – 169,414 miles
  • 2013 – 165,776 miles
  • 2012 – 147,280 miles
  • 2011 – 129,615 miles
  • 2010 – 114,563 miles
  • 2009 – 94,266 miles
  • 2008 – 73,666 miles
  • 2007 – 52,331 miles
  • 2006 – 37,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,208 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,208 miles (+1,412)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    192,208 miles
    Test number
    428153271023
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass190,796 miles (+728)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    190,796 miles
    Test number
    953552873120
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass190,068 miles (+909)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    190,068 miles
    Test number
    963906257171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass189,159 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    189,159 miles
    Test number
    467316605635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail189,154 miles (+5,955)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,154 miles
    Test number
    130704434635
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

  6. Pass183,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    183,199 miles
    Test number
    987612261817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail183,493 miles (+4,291)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,493 miles
    Test number
    701447614314
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass179,202 miles (+5,533)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    179,202 miles
    Test number
    629138393983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass173,669 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    173,669 miles
    Test number
    943188487178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail173,651 miles (+4,237)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,651 miles
    Test number
    403151267573
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass169,414 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    169,414 miles
    Test number
    608523574266
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake pipe

  12. Fail169,414 miles (+3,638)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,414 miles
    Test number
    658323074288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake pipe

  13. Pass165,776 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    165,776 miles
    Test number
    396989663472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail165,776 miles (+18,496)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,776 miles
    Test number
    568529063219
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass147,280 miles (+17,665)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    147,280 miles
    Test number
    298677352285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass129,615 miles (+15,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    129,615 miles
    Test number
    107499951272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass114,563 miles (+199)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    114,563 miles
    Test number
    193335680202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,364 miles (+20,098)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,364 miles
    Test number
    391900480282
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

  19. Pass94,266 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    94,266 miles
    Test number
    334537259278
    • NoteO.s head light aim high
    • NotePlay to n.s.f steering arm

  20. Fail94,266 miles (+20,600)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,266 miles
    Test number
    521647059272
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteO.s head light aim high
    • NotePlay to n.s.f steering arm

  21. Pass73,666 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    73,666 miles
    Test number
    302652368410
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside Rear Wheel Bearing, slight noise

  22. Fail73,666 miles (+21,335)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,666 miles
    Test number
    812202568231
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside Rear Wheel Bearing, slight noise

  23. Pass52,331 miles (+14,972)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,331 miles
    Test number
    202761367259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    37,359 miles
    Test number
    130016886234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T296 RHW

Does T296 RHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T296 RHW expired on 27 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T296 RHW?
The MOT on T296 RHW expired on 27 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T296 RHW done?
T296 RHW was recorded at 192,208 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2024, an average of 8,744 miles a year.
Has T296 RHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T296 RHW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T296 RHW 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 T296 RHW find?
T296 RHW passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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