The road tax status for R288 BVS is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R288 BVS?

The MOT for R288 BVS is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R288 BVS?

The recorded mileage for R288 BVS is 100,200 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R288 BVS ULEZ compliant?

No, R288 BVS does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1997 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · R288 BVS

R288 BVS

1997 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 100,200 miles. MOT valid until 23/07/2027.

Make & Model: LOTUS ELISE
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 23/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 100,200 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 100,200 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1796cc

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R288 BVS Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
100,200 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (25 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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R288 BVS Mileage History

13/01/200655,591 mi
28/12/200664,069 mi+8,478 mi
14/01/200872,385 mi+8,316 mi
19/12/200883,733 mi+11,348 mi
14/01/200983,904 mi+171 mi
02/08/201083,982 mi+78 mi
28/07/201187,056 mi+3,074 mi
23/08/201187,059 mi+3 mi
22/11/201291,889 mi+4,830 mi
26/11/201291,890 mi+1 mi
24/07/201492,298 mi+408 mi
07/08/201492,302 mi+4 mi
13/08/201593,554 mi+1,252 mi
17/11/202093,753 mi+199 mi
26/11/202093,769 mi+16 mi
12/11/202194,342 mi+573 mi
08/06/202394,948 mi+606 mi
28/05/202495,427 mi+479 mi
23/06/202597,601 mi+2,174 mi
25/07/202597,625 mi+24 mi
21/07/2026100,200 mi+2,575 mi

Average of roughly 2,174 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

R288 BVS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 18:35

MOT Analysis

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Lotus Elise (R288 BVS) between January 2006 and July 2026.

The record contains 15 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 21 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (25 issues), Brakes (22 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (13 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 42 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”.

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