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Lotus Esprit

Red · Petrol · 1988 · 2,174 cc

C5 PRTMOT history

C5 PRT is a red petrol Lotus Esprit first used on 30 Dec 1988. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 14,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
14,324 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 PRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Esprit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,174 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
30 Dec 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 PRT was last recorded at 14,324 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Mar 2012: 51,694 miles, lower than 51,696 miles on 16 Jun 2010.
  • 12 Jul 2018: 11,954 miles, lower than 55,232 miles on 20 Jul 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
13,963 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 14,324 miles
  • 2025 – 13,963 miles
  • 2024 – 13,797 miles
  • 2023 – 13,453 miles
  • 2022 – 13,239 miles
  • 2021 – 13,141 miles
  • 2020 – 12,833 miles
  • 2019 – 12,499 miles
  • 2018 – 11,954 miles
  • 2017 – 55,232 miles
  • 2016 – 53,640 miles
  • 2015 – 52,342 miles
  • 2014 – 51,696 miles
  • 2013 – 51,694 miles
  • 2012 – 51,694 miles
  • 2010 – 51,696 miles
  • 2009 – 50,671 miles
  • 2008 – 49,644 miles
  • 2007 – 47,382 miles
  • 2006 – 47,146 miles
  • 2005 – 46,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass14,324 miles

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 Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass14,324 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    14,324 miles
    Test number
    269424392702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass13,963 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    13,963 miles
    Test number
    738607974955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass13,797 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    13,797 miles
    Test number
    201787557860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass13,453 miles (+214)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    13,453 miles
    Test number
    589674726932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass13,239 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    13,239 miles
    Test number
    840764615252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass13,141 miles (+308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    13,141 miles
    Test number
    318081188505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass12,833 miles (+334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    12,833 miles
    Test number
    890857797516
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass12,499 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    12,499 miles
    Test number
    878909586970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass11,954 miles (-43,278)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    11,954 miles
    Test number
    970017663454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,232 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,232 miles
    Test number
    754694424702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,640 miles (+1,298)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,640 miles
    Test number
    728080307559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,342 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,342 miles
    Test number
    915291595136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,696 miles
    Test number
    978283784152
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  14. Fail51,696 miles (+2)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,696 miles
    Test number
    549463084113
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  15. Pass51,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,694 miles
    Test number
    327366473153
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail51,694 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,694 miles
    Test number
    456576973189
    • Repaired at testSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass51,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,694 miles
    Test number
    619478032112
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  18. Fail51,694 miles (-2)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,694 miles
    Test number
    826596882095
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Steering column universal joint damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking on tread

  19. Pass51,696 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,696 miles
    Test number
    863117960128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,694 miles (+1,023)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,694 miles
    Test number
    514329750141
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering column universal joint excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass50,671 miles (+1,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,671 miles
    Test number
    571766759142
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Pass49,644 miles (+2,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,644 miles
    Test number
    202695378123
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Pass47,382 miles (+236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    47,382 miles
    Test number
    943772597106
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass47,146 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,146 miles
    Test number
    280328396450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,824 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,824 miles
    Test number
    212309965241
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass46,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    46,824 miles
    Test number
    712369065283
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about C5 PRT

Does C5 PRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 PRT is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 PRT?
The MOT on C5 PRT is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 PRT done?
C5 PRT was recorded at 14,324 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026.
Has C5 PRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 PRT has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on C5 PRT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 26 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C5 PRT find?
C5 PRT passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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