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Lotus Elise

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T874 EWWMOT history

T874 EWW is a yellow petrol Lotus Elise first used on 26 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 21,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2025
Mileage
21,227 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2024
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T874 EWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T874 EWW was last recorded at 21,227 miles on 21 Jun 2024, 177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
21,050 miles · 7 Nov 2018
Between the last two tests
177 miles
Average per year
108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 21,227 miles
  • 2018 – 21,050 miles
  • 2015 – 21,013 miles
  • 2014 – 20,962 miles
  • 2012 – 20,748 miles
  • 2011 – 20,715 miles
  • 2010 – 20,642 miles
  • 2009 – 20,535 miles
  • 2008 – 20,226 miles
  • 2007 – 20,009 miles
  • 2006 – 19,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass21,227 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.

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass21,227 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    21,227 miles
    Test number
    966796539695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass21,050 miles (+37)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    21,050 miles
    Test number
    560596047596
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass21,013 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    21,013 miles
    Test number
    880615950934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  4. Fail21,013 miles (+51)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,013 miles
    Test number
    162956757394
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Pass20,962 miles (+214)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    20,962 miles
    Test number
    255923154235
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass20,748 miles (+33)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,748 miles
    Test number
    589379192102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWiper smearing screen

  7. Pass20,715 miles (+73)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,715 miles
    Test number
    197842871164
    • NoteUndersheilds fitted unable to see all test items
    • NoteWiper smearing screen slightly

  8. Pass20,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,642 miles
    Test number
    503640940104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail20,642 miles (+107)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,642 miles
    Test number
    112210440193
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass20,535 miles (+309)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    20,535 miles
    Test number
    732662469146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront wiper smearing screen

  11. Pass20,226 miles (+217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,226 miles
    Test number
    270979078049
    • NoteBoth track rod end rubber boots cracking

  12. Pass20,009 miles (+756)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    20,009 miles
    Test number
    141708907146
    • DangerousWiper smearing screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front track rod end rubber split

  13. Pass19,253 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,253 miles
    Test number
    154410276406
    • NoteHeadlamp aim borderline

Questions about T874 EWW

Does T874 EWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T874 EWW expired on 20 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T874 EWW?
The MOT on T874 EWW expired on 20 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T874 EWW done?
T874 EWW was recorded at 21,227 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2024, an average of 108 miles a year.
Has T874 EWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T874 EWW has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on T874 EWW 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 T874 EWW find?
T874 EWW passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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