The road tax status for S74 APH is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for S74 APH?

The MOT for S74 APH is valid and due for renewal on or before 18 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of S74 APH?

The recorded mileage for S74 APH is 81,079 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S74 APH ULEZ compliant?

No, S74 APH 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

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1998 Lotus Elise 1.8L Petrol · S74 APH

S74 APH

1998 Lotus Elise (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08/10/1998. Recorded mileage 81,079 miles. MOT valid until 18/06/2027.

Make & Model: LOTUS ELISE
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 18/06/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 81,079 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 81,079 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 1796cc

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S74 APH Key Findings

20 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2026
81,079 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (17 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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S74 APH Mileage History

20/10/200648,886 mi
20/10/200648,886 mi
23/11/200751,690 mi+2,804 mi
23/11/200751,690 mi
02/12/200855,575 mi+3,885 mi
03/12/200855,575 mi
11/12/200958,822 mi+3,247 mi
14/12/200958,822 mi
12/02/201159,959 mi+1,137 mi
15/02/201159,961 mi+2 mi
20/11/201763,639 mi+3,678 mi
19/12/201763,641 mi+2 mi
06/12/201869,871 mi+6,230 mi
21/01/202074,601 mi+4,730 mi
13/05/202175,564 mi+963 mi
29/10/202276,521 mi+957 mi
20/06/202478,859 mi+2,338 mi
31/05/202579,808 mi+949 mi
03/06/202681,079 mi+1,271 mi
03/06/202681,079 mi

Average of roughly 1,641 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

S74 APH MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 10 Sept 2026, 09:21

MOT Analysis

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20 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Lotus Elise (S74 APH) between October 2006 and June 2026.

The record contains 13 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 03 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (17 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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