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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T45 BAVMOT history

T45 BAV is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 17 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 180,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
180,263 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T45 BAV
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
17 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T45 BAV was last recorded at 180,263 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,209 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
4,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,263 miles
  • 2025 – 177,745 miles
  • 2023 – 177,444 miles
  • 2022 – 176,339 miles
  • 2020 – 174,929 miles
  • 2019 – 172,923 miles
  • 2017 – 170,976 miles
  • 2016 – 169,554 miles
  • 2015 – 169,032 miles
  • 2014 – 168,390 miles
  • 2013 – 168,128 miles
  • 2012 – 166,844 miles
  • 2011 – 157,741 miles
  • 2010 – 147,212 miles
  • 2009 – 132,601 miles
  • 2008 – 111,541 miles
  • 2007 – 104,105 miles
  • 2006 – 94,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,263 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,263 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    180,263 miles
    Test number
    349196466561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail180,209 miles (+2,464)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,209 miles
    Test number
    936232797097
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass177,745 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    177,745 miles
    Test number
    522613174201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail177,727 miles (+283)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,727 miles
    Test number
    636149934319
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  5. Pass177,444 miles (+1,105)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    177,444 miles
    Test number
    403032871787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass176,339 miles (+1,410)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    176,339 miles
    Test number
    866444969956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass174,929 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    174,929 miles
    Test number
    342499857616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass172,923 miles (+1,947)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    172,923 miles
    Test number
    570123480574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass170,976 miles (+89)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    170,976 miles
    Test number
    673174994695
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail170,887 miles (+1,333)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,887 miles
    Test number
    281029725545
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass169,554 miles (+522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    169,554 miles
    Test number
    928441680176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass169,032 miles (+642)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    169,032 miles
    Test number
    198781962773
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Fail168,390 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,390 miles
    Test number
    668315604317
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inside 1.6mm

  14. Pass168,390 miles (+262)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    168,390 miles
    Test number
    776865204362
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inside 1.6mm

  15. Pass168,128 miles (+1,284)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    168,128 miles
    Test number
    237778913337
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inside edge

  16. Pass166,844 miles (+9,103)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    166,844 miles
    Test number
    417770822439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass157,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    157,741 miles
    Test number
    925107981213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail157,741 miles (+10,529)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,741 miles
    Test number
    748693781209
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  19. Pass147,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    147,212 miles
    Test number
    563429700312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail147,211 miles (+14,610)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,211 miles
    Test number
    563519600364
    • 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)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass132,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    132,601 miles
    Test number
    941555669288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,601 miles (+21,060)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,601 miles
    Test number
    170895569260
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass111,541 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    111,541 miles
    Test number
    392029148277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail111,540 miles (+7,435)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,540 miles
    Test number
    153631938230
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack arm.

  25. Pass104,105 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    104,105 miles
    Test number
    344606027493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,880 miles (+9,862)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,880 miles
    Test number
    431825417223
    • 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)

  27. Pass94,018 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    94,018 miles
    Test number
    903523426217
    • NoteOil filler cap missing

Questions about T45 BAV

Does T45 BAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T45 BAV is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T45 BAV?
The MOT on T45 BAV is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T45 BAV done?
T45 BAV was recorded at 180,263 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 4,293 miles a year.
Has T45 BAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T45 BAV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T45 BAV 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 T45 BAV find?
T45 BAV passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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