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Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,998 cc

V725 ELKMOT history

V725 ELK is a red petrol Fiat Coupe first used on 11 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 213,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
213,361 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V725 ELK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Coupe
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
11 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V725 ELK was last recorded at 213,361 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Apr 2009: 131,535 miles, lower than 131,579 miles on 7 Apr 2009.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
213,304 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
6,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 213,361 miles
  • 2024 – 213,304 miles
  • 2020 – 212,013 miles
  • 2019 – 201,254 miles
  • 2018 – 192,697 miles
  • 2017 – 182,573 miles
  • 2016 – 171,548 miles
  • 2015 – 162,476 miles
  • 2014 – 160,422 miles
  • 2013 – 158,339 miles
  • 2012 – 153,968 miles
  • 2011 – 147,690 miles
  • 2010 – 140,323 miles
  • 2009 – 131,535 miles
  • 2008 – 122,896 miles
  • 2007 – 109,249 miles
  • 2006 – 85,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,361 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,361 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    213,361 miles
    Test number
    286778840266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass213,304 miles (+1,291)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    213,304 miles
    Test number
    953070156091
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass212,013 miles (+10,759)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    212,013 miles
    Test number
    927949455196
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass201,254 miles (+8,557)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    201,254 miles
    Test number
    649312685363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass192,697 miles (+10,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    192,697 miles
    Test number
    956414132836
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass182,573 miles (+11,025)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    182,573 miles
    Test number
    737532593589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass171,548 miles (+9,072)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    171,548 miles
    Test number
    142158782178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass162,476 miles (+2,054)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    162,476 miles
    Test number
    275635085063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass160,422 miles (+1)2 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    160,422 miles
    Test number
    739959294096
    • DangerousPlay in steering rack n/s
    • DangerousPlay in steering rack o/s
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop deteriorated/broken
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  10. Fail160,421 miles (+2,082)2 dangerous1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,421 miles
    Test number
    188678894023
    • DangerousPlay in steering rack n/s
    • DangerousPlay in steering rack o/s
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop deteriorated/broken
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  11. Pass158,339 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    158,339 miles
    Test number
    356449193011
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on the inner edge

  12. Fail158,339 miles (+4,371)6 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,339 miles
    Test number
    186859693009
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on the inner edge

  13. Pass153,968 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    153,968 miles
    Test number
    129405292422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNot all high level brake light bulbs working

  14. Fail153,968 miles (+6,278)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,968 miles
    Test number
    479134792022
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNot all high level brake light bulbs working

  15. Pass147,690 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    147,690 miles
    Test number
    195992601156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail147,643 miles (+7,320)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,643 miles
    Test number
    158747391463
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror not clearly visible from the drivers seat or incapable of being adjusted to be clearly visible from the driver's seat (8.1.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass140,323 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    140,323 miles
    Test number
    613362000164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail140,158 miles (+8,623)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,158 miles
    Test number
    723457390019
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp lit
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner tread distorted

  19. Pass131,535 miles (-44)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    131,535 miles
    Test number
    432889299040
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp lit suggest attention
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner edge distorted suggest attention

  20. Fail131,579 miles (+8,683)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,579 miles
    Test number
    223167899094
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp lit suggest attention
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner edge distorted suggest attention

  21. Pass122,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    122,896 miles
    Test number
    253489498051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail122,896 miles (+13,647)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,896 miles
    Test number
    364559798064
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass109,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    109,249 miles
    Test number
    812291707177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail109,249 miles (+23,478)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,249 miles
    Test number
    620001107197
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass85,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    85,771 miles
    Test number
    581353006115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail85,771 miles4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,771 miles
    Test number
    914021596047
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering column
    • NoteSlight play in off side front track rod
    • NoteUndertray damaged

Questions about V725 ELK

Does V725 ELK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V725 ELK is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V725 ELK?
The MOT on V725 ELK is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V725 ELK done?
V725 ELK was recorded at 213,361 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 6,472 miles a year.
Has V725 ELK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V725 ELK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2014.
Has the mileage on V725 ELK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V725 ELK find?
V725 ELK passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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