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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T532 AERMOT history

T532 AER is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
101,739 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T532 AER
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
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T532 AER was last recorded at 101,739 miles on 11 May 2026, 544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,195 miles · 25 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
544 miles
Average per year
3,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,739 miles
  • 2022 – 101,195 miles
  • 2021 – 100,812 miles
  • 2020 – 100,270 miles
  • 2019 – 97,354 miles
  • 2018 – 96,409 miles
  • 2017 – 91,897 miles
  • 2016 – 91,514 miles
  • 2015 – 86,979 miles
  • 2014 – 80,197 miles
  • 2013 – 75,799 miles
  • 2012 – 65,927 miles
  • 2011 – 63,188 miles
  • 2010 – 56,239 miles
  • 2009 – 50,152 miles
  • 2008 – 44,688 miles
  • 2007 – 38,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,739 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake cables frayed

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.

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Brake cable damaged but not to excess o/s & n/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,739 miles (+544)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    101,739 miles
    Test number
    770588023961
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables frayed

  2. Pass101,195 miles (+5)5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    101,195 miles
    Test number
    301935883080
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess o/s & n/s (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail101,190 miles (+378)3 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,190 miles
    Test number
    727172574239
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp reflector slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess o/s & n/s (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass100,812 miles5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    100,812 miles
    Test number
    520963662629
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure & damaged (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre's wearing on inner edge's
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s [inner face's] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail100,811 miles (+541)2 major5 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,811 miles
    Test number
    641749174027
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure & damaged (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre's wearing on inner edge's
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s [inner face's] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass100,270 miles6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,270 miles
    Test number
    349864755155
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Fail100,270 miles (+2,916)1 repaired6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,270 miles
    Test number
    177590954977
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  8. Pass97,354 miles5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,354 miles
    Test number
    521956178828
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess o/s & n/s (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail97,353 miles (+944)2 major5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,353 miles
    Test number
    566231474767
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess o/s & n/s (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass96,409 miles (+11)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,409 miles
    Test number
    248751813474
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear [painted over!] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear [painted over!] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear flexi hose ferrule's corroded

  11. Fail96,398 miles (+4,501)6 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,398 miles
    Test number
    511944193342
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear flexi hose ferrule's corroded

  12. Pass91,897 miles (+383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,897 miles
    Test number
    554549337739
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass91,514 miles (+4,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,514 miles
    Test number
    210109529078
    • AdvisoryImbalance on front & rear brake's
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s front to rear brake pipe's corroded

  14. Pass86,979 miles (+6,782)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,979 miles
    Test number
    636281425157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass80,197 miles (+4,398)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,197 miles
    Test number
    235213914053
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass75,799 miles (+9,872)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,799 miles
    Test number
    119200413447
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass65,927 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,927 miles
    Test number
    568159302018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,188 miles (+6,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,188 miles
    Test number
    118970711416
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass56,239 miles (+6,087)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    56,239 miles
    Test number
    620644210074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,152 miles (+5,464)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,152 miles
    Test number
    584584119063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,688 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,688 miles
    Test number
    702654618018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,674 miles (+6,004)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,674 miles
    Test number
    964207608019
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteAdvise osf headlamp lens cracked

  23. Pass38,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    38,670 miles
    Test number
    223170617061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T532 AER

Does T532 AER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T532 AER is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T532 AER?
The MOT on T532 AER is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T532 AER done?
T532 AER was recorded at 101,739 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 3,262 miles a year.
Has T532 AER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T532 AER has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T532 AER 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 T532 AER find?
T532 AER passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: headlamp reflector slightly defective both deteriorated; offside side repeater insecure; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 3 more.

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