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Lotus Elise

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T698 ASOMOT history

T698 ASO is a grey petrol Lotus Elise first used on 15 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 68,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
68,877 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T698 ASO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T698 ASO was last recorded at 68,877 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,126 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
751 miles
Average per year
1,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,877 miles
  • 2024 – 68,126 miles
  • 2023 – 67,133 miles
  • 2019 – 65,229 miles
  • 2018 – 61,430 miles
  • 2017 – 61,430 miles
  • 2015 – 61,088 miles
  • 2014 – 59,543 miles
  • 2013 – 59,395 miles
  • 2012 – 59,395 miles
  • 2011 – 59,395 miles
  • 2010 – 57,322 miles
  • 2009 – 53,947 miles
  • 2008 – 46,365 miles
  • 2007 – 39,237 miles
  • 2006 – 34,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,877 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,877 miles (+751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    68,877 miles
    Test number
    898518338614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass68,126 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    68,126 miles
    Test number
    840587770396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass67,133 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    67,133 miles
    Test number
    998787939168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass65,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,229 miles
    Test number
    715582852995
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail65,229 miles (+3,799)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,229 miles
    Test number
    881491202120
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass61,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    480200080716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail61,430 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    934099041148
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass61,430 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    603026229259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,426 miles (+338)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,426 miles
    Test number
    212749876145
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass61,088 miles (+1,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    61,088 miles
    Test number
    461805876322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play steering rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play steering rack track arm (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass59,543 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,543 miles
    Test number
    529222034306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail59,543 miles (+148)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,543 miles
    Test number
    416731824358
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass59,395 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    59,395 miles
    Test number
    116896123331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Fail59,395 miles18 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,395 miles
    Test number
    496735713449
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSteering rack gaitors almost deteriorated to x/s

  15. Pass59,395 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,395 miles
    Test number
    865279062265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail59,395 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,395 miles
    Test number
    615699162296
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass59,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,395 miles
    Test number
    376514791489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,395 miles (+2,073)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,395 miles
    Test number
    837359151217
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass57,322 miles (+3,375)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,322 miles
    Test number
    542044840252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,947 miles (+7,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    53,947 miles
    Test number
    372910449407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass46,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,365 miles
    Test number
    844487688102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail46,365 miles (+7,128)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,365 miles
    Test number
    182886888191
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

  23. Pass39,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,237 miles
    Test number
    111235397004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,237 miles (+59)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,237 miles
    Test number
    874684197060
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail39,178 miles (+4,901)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,178 miles
    Test number
    854669087005
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOff side front tyre punctured
    • NoteWiper control insecure

  26. Pass34,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,277 miles
    Test number
    732037196035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T698 ASO

Does T698 ASO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T698 ASO is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T698 ASO?
The MOT on T698 ASO is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T698 ASO done?
T698 ASO was recorded at 68,877 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 1,710 miles a year.
Has T698 ASO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T698 ASO has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on T698 ASO 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 T698 ASO find?
T698 ASO passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front road wheel slightly distorted.

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