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Lotus Elise

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T466 OAYMOT history

T466 OAY is a red petrol Lotus Elise first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2025 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 49,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jun 2025
Mileage
49,271 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2024
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T466 OAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T466 OAY was last recorded at 49,271 miles on 12 Jun 2024, 323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,948 miles · 19 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
323 miles
Average per year
1,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 49,271 miles
  • 2022 – 48,948 miles
  • 2020 – 48,405 miles
  • 2019 – 47,757 miles
  • 2018 – 45,994 miles
  • 2017 – 44,029 miles
  • 2016 – 41,229 miles
  • 2015 – 38,616 miles
  • 2013 – 36,364 miles
  • 2012 – 33,878 miles
  • 2011 – 30,630 miles
  • 2009 – 29,544 miles
  • 2008 – 29,033 miles
  • 2007 – 26,052 miles
  • 2006 – 23,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,271 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f steering rack arm

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,271 miles (+323)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    49,271 miles
    Test number
    654121152854
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f steering rack arm

  2. Pass48,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    48,948 miles
    Test number
    899766057810
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail48,948 miles (+543)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,948 miles
    Test number
    530226739328
    • 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))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass48,405 miles (+648)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,405 miles
    Test number
    827722454133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass47,757 miles (+1,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,757 miles
    Test number
    301101718813
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass45,994 miles (+1,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,994 miles
    Test number
    217657883733
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass44,029 miles (+2,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,029 miles
    Test number
    302289648323
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass41,229 miles (+2,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,229 miles
    Test number
    779352254350
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm inner joint has slight play

  9. Pass38,616 miles (+2,252)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,616 miles
    Test number
    798110595027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,364 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    36,364 miles
    Test number
    387220093468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,878 miles (+3,248)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,878 miles
    Test number
    329538372400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,630 miles (+1,086)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    30,630 miles
    Test number
    257449771271
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteFront rear brake discs pitted

  13. Pass29,544 miles (+511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,544 miles
    Test number
    702889549158
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass29,033 miles (+2,981)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,033 miles
    Test number
    522919978181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,052 miles
    Test number
    682918177146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,049 miles (+2,362)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,049 miles
    Test number
    993578877111
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass23,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,687 miles
    Test number
    801711086149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,687 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,687 miles
    Test number
    793350686175
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T466 OAY

Does T466 OAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T466 OAY expired on 11 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T466 OAY?
The MOT on T466 OAY expired on 11 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T466 OAY done?
T466 OAY was recorded at 49,271 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2024, an average of 1,425 miles a year.
Has T466 OAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T466 OAY has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T466 OAY 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 T466 OAY find?
T466 OAY passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; slight play in n/s/f steering rack arm.

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