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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T894 RPKMOT history

T894 RPK is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 37,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
37,685 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T894 RPK
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 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T894 RPK was last recorded at 37,685 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Nov 2009: 23,457 miles, lower than 32,776 miles on 29 Nov 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
37,642 miles · 24 May 2024
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,685 miles
  • 2024 – 37,642 miles
  • 2023 – 37,445 miles
  • 2022 – 37,290 miles
  • 2020 – 37,075 miles
  • 2019 – 36,776 miles
  • 2018 – 36,544 miles
  • 2017 – 36,182 miles
  • 2016 – 35,793 miles
  • 2014 – 35,600 miles
  • 2013 – 35,412 miles
  • 2011 – 34,636 miles
  • 2010 – 34,012 miles
  • 2009 – 23,457 miles
  • 2008 – 32,776 miles
  • 2007 – 31,882 miles
  • 2005 – 30,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,685 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,685 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    37,685 miles
    Test number
    841366504094
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail37,685 miles (+43)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,685 miles
    Test number
    155888687921
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass37,642 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    37,642 miles
    Test number
    797882480551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass37,445 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    37,445 miles
    Test number
    567262369747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass37,290 miles (+215)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    37,290 miles
    Test number
    497634462067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,075 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    37,075 miles
    Test number
    528226356807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,776 miles (+232)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    36,776 miles
    Test number
    516557697218
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass36,544 miles (+362)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    36,544 miles
    Test number
    236725743395
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass36,182 miles (+389)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,182 miles
    Test number
    232463849115
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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)

  10. Pass35,793 miles (+193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,793 miles
    Test number
    788895892147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight play in near side rack arm inner ball joint

  11. Pass35,600 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    35,600 miles
    Test number
    306768044118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail35,600 miles (+188)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,600 miles
    Test number
    216038244408
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass35,412 miles (+776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,412 miles
    Test number
    559812453064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass34,636 miles (+624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,636 miles
    Test number
    386623761372
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  15. Pass34,012 miles (+10,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,012 miles
    Test number
    123878730342
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass23,457 miles (-9,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,457 miles
    Test number
    612032539344
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass32,776 miles (+894)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,776 miles
    Test number
    150294038363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOff side front track rod end rubber boot perishing

  18. Pass31,882 miles (+1,638)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,882 miles
    Test number
    590768717190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass30,244 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    30,244 miles
    Test number
    470596745362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T894 RPK

Does T894 RPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T894 RPK is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T894 RPK?
The MOT on T894 RPK is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T894 RPK done?
T894 RPK was recorded at 37,685 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 368 miles a year.
Has T894 RPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T894 RPK has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T894 RPK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T894 RPK find?
T894 RPK passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both fronts; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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