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Lotus Elise

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

X26 MABMOT history

X26 MAB is a silver petrol Lotus Elise first used on 9 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 105,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

X26 MAB silver Lotus Elise – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Elise, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2023
Mileage
105,062 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X26 MAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Elise
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X26 MAB was last recorded at 105,062 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,958 miles · 16 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
5,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,062 miles
  • 2021 – 104,958 miles
  • 2020 – 104,954 miles
  • 2019 – 104,497 miles
  • 2017 – 95,047 miles
  • 2016 – 80,806 miles
  • 2015 – 71,229 miles
  • 2014 – 61,612 miles
  • 2013 – 58,569 miles
  • 2011 – 55,061 miles
  • 2010 – 48,941 miles
  • 2009 – 41,401 miles
  • 2008 – 31,148 miles
  • 2007 – 27,381 miles
  • 2006 – 21,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,062 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to both parking brake cables.
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,062 miles (+104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,062 miles
    Test number
    395492754727
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both parking brake cables.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components

  2. Pass104,958 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    104,958 miles
    Test number
    466393227787
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Fail104,958 miles (+4)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,958 miles
    Test number
    909919826740
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  4. Fail104,954 miles (+457)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,954 miles
    Test number
    147930799722
    • MajorEmissions not tested Emissions test aborted due to engine getting too hot. All readings were too high. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Arch liner insecure (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass104,497 miles (+9,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    104,497 miles
    Test number
    996059340557
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass95,047 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    95,047 miles
    Test number
    983946232165
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail95,047 miles (+14,241)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,047 miles
    Test number
    960965851430
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass80,806 miles (+9,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,806 miles
    Test number
    404528767834
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryEngine management fault light on
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass71,229 miles (+9,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,229 miles
    Test number
    414063000327
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Track control arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints.

  10. Pass61,612 miles (+3,043)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,612 miles
    Test number
    458109174290
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light is on.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass58,569 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,569 miles
    Test number
    317581193435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,568 miles (+3,507)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,568 miles
    Test number
    107229283282
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass55,061 miles (+6,120)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,061 miles
    Test number
    705854221288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,941 miles
    Test number
    560206890145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,941 miles (+7,540)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,941 miles
    Test number
    252396890448
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

  16. Pass41,401 miles (+10,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,401 miles
    Test number
    253555609273
    • 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)

  17. Pass31,148 miles (+3,767)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,148 miles
    Test number
    582004918258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,381 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,381 miles
    Test number
    581090807107
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.2.1a)

  19. Pass27,381 miles (+6,333)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    27,381 miles
    Test number
    654920207108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,048 miles
    Test number
    552671126225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X26 MAB

Does X26 MAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X26 MAB expired on 15 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X26 MAB?
The MOT on X26 MAB expired on 15 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X26 MAB done?
X26 MAB was recorded at 105,062 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 5,245 miles a year.
Has X26 MAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X26 MAB has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on X26 MAB 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 X26 MAB find?
X26 MAB passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; corrosion to both parking brake cables.; corrosion to suspension components.

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