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Lotus Elise

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

V7 SEFMOT history

V7 SEF is a red petrol Lotus Elise first used on 6 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 80,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

V7 SEF red Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2022
Mileage
80,015 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 SEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 SEF was last recorded at 80,015 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 1,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,210 miles · 28 Aug 2015
Between the last two tests
1,805 miles
Average per year
3,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 80,015 miles
  • 2015 – 78,210 miles
  • 2014 – 74,576 miles
  • 2013 – 70,959 miles
  • 2012 – 67,847 miles
  • 2011 – 63,651 miles
  • 2010 – 59,409 miles
  • 2009 – 53,286 miles
  • 2008 – 47,103 miles
  • 2007 – 40,564 miles
  • 2006 – 34,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,015 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    408347109860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail80,015 miles (+1,805)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    903271343387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass78,210 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,210 miles
    Test number
    199100245276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  4. Fail78,210 miles (+3,634)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,210 miles
    Test number
    409529735217
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  5. Pass74,576 miles (+3,617)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    74,576 miles
    Test number
    838090134259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass70,959 miles (+3,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,959 miles
    Test number
    317344153265
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass67,847 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,847 miles
    Test number
    336999262245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,845 miles (+4,194)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,845 miles
    Test number
    717418462242
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass63,651 miles (+120)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    63,651 miles
    Test number
    137021471259
    • NoteN/S/F Track rod end dust cover perishing
    • NoteO/S/F Track rod end dust cover perishing

  10. Fail63,531 miles (+4,122)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,531 miles
    Test number
    908425361291
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/S/F Track rod end dust cover perishing
    • NoteO/S/F Track rod end dust cover perishing

  11. Pass59,409 miles (+119)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,409 miles
    Test number
    303051870272
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  12. Fail59,290 miles (+6,004)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,290 miles
    Test number
    291001660294
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteBoth track rod end ball joint dust covers perished and splitting

  13. Pass53,286 miles (+6,183)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    53,286 miles
    Test number
    411572969204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteNeardide front wheel bearing slightly rough
    • NoteWiper blade poorly fitted

  14. Pass47,103 miles (+6,539)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    47,103 miles
    Test number
    712391668247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,564 miles (+6,560)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    40,564 miles
    Test number
    332922377248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,004 miles
    Test number
    554191076213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 SEF

Does V7 SEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V7 SEF expired on 15 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V7 SEF?
The MOT on V7 SEF expired on 15 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V7 SEF done?
V7 SEF was recorded at 80,015 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 3,024 miles a year.
Has V7 SEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 SEF has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on V7 SEF 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 V7 SEF find?
V7 SEF passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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