GBGFM100G
LOTUS ESPRIT
1997 · YELLOW · PETROL · 58,453 mi
● Tax: SORN● MOT: Not valid
MOT History — 18 tests · 12 passed · 6 failed
FAIL5 April 2022
58,453 mi- MAJORAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- DANGEROUSBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
- MAJORFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40%, nearside performance higher (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MAJOROffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MAJORNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
- MINORNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- ADVISORYExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to brake caliper, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to brake caliper, corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- ADVISORYFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- ADVISORYNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- ADVISORYOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
PASS8 June 2018
58,163 mi- ADVISORYExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- ADVISORYNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- ADVISORYOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
FAIL7 June 2018
58,163 mi- MAJORWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- ADVISORYExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- ADVISORYNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- ADVISORYOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
FAIL2 April 2018
58,163 mi- FAILWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- ADVISORYExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- ADVISORYOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
PASS5 April 2017
57,761 mi- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
PASS28 March 2016
56,879 mi- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
FAIL28 March 2016
56,879 mi- FAILNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FAILBody insecure and dangerous to other road users heat shield in nearside rear wheel arch insecure (6.1.B.1b)
PASS2 April 2015
55,285 mi- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
FAIL23 March 2015
55,285 mi- FAILHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FAILOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FAILOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- ADVISORYNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- ADVISORYOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
PASS7 April 2014
51,132 miPASS1 March 2013
48,979 mi- ADVISORYNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- ADVISORYrear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
- USER ENTEREDInner surfaces of rear brake discs slightly corroded
- USER ENTEREDOffside door mirror loose
PASS29 March 2012
47,259 miFAIL22 March 2012
47,259 mi- FAILNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- FAILOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
- ADVISORYBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
PASS16 March 2011
45,276 mi- USER ENTEREDoffside full beam poor
PASS6 October 2009
45,048 miPASS8 April 2008
42,485 miPASS28 April 2007
40,908 miPASS6 May 2006
40,314 miVehicle Details Official
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