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Lotus Esprit

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,506 cc

S4 UFVMOT history

S4 UFV is a blue petrol Lotus Esprit first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 74,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

S4 UFV blue Lotus Esprit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lotus Esprit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
74,186 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 UFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lotus
Model
Esprit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,506 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 UFV was last recorded at 74,186 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,673 miles · 17 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
513 miles
Average per year
1,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,186 miles
  • 2024 – 73,673 miles
  • 2022 – 73,072 miles
  • 2021 – 72,481 miles
  • 2019 – 71,305 miles
  • 2018 – 69,872 miles
  • 2016 – 68,170 miles
  • 2014 – 67,060 miles
  • 2013 – 66,882 miles
  • 2011 – 66,587 miles
  • 2010 – 65,136 miles
  • 2009 – 60,036 miles
  • 2008 – 55,418 miles
  • 2007 – 50,456 miles
  • 2006 – 44,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,186 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,186 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    74,186 miles
    Test number
    803904500128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,673 miles (+601)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,673 miles
    Test number
    211636814523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass73,072 miles (+591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    73,072 miles
    Test number
    726582093271
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass72,481 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    72,481 miles
    Test number
    384561905021
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail72,481 miles (+1,176)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,481 miles
    Test number
    481730629235
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass71,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,305 miles
    Test number
    329959625123
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake application is slightly uneven

  7. Fail71,301 miles (+1,429)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,301 miles
    Test number
    197597536538
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively stretched In contact with coil spring, possibility of being crushed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating More so at offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Recorded at 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake application is slightly uneven

  8. Pass69,872 miles (+1,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,872 miles
    Test number
    352948627356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,170 miles
    Test number
    623191993003
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension components have heavy surface corrosion

  10. Fail68,170 miles (+1,110)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,170 miles
    Test number
    251910222303
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension components have heavy surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  11. Pass67,060 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,060 miles
    Test number
    345894084294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Fail67,058 miles (+176)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,058 miles
    Test number
    866343184289
    • FailureOffside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leaking from both oil feed pipe/hose fittings at oil filter housing area

  13. Pass66,882 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    548506623285
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail66,882 miles (+295)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    335325223233
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass66,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    66,587 miles
    Test number
    399185731400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,587 miles (+1,451)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,587 miles
    Test number
    457215431275
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass65,136 miles (+5,100)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,136 miles
    Test number
    182147010141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,036 miles (+4,618)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    60,036 miles
    Test number
    400269199086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,418 miles (+4,962)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,418 miles
    Test number
    883122518127
    • NoteFront top and bottom ball joints and T/Rod ends grease bellows abit perrished and split
    • NoteSlight corrosion starting at rear metal b/pipes along susp/arms

  20. Pass50,456 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,456 miles
    Test number
    962997717180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,446 miles (+5,795)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,446 miles
    Test number
    580406717170
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components getting abit corroded slightly

  22. Pass44,651 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,651 miles
    Test number
    303549826163
    • NoteFront brake pads nearing limits of wear
    • NoteFront tyres wearing at edges of tread
    • NoteRear brake pads nearing limits of wear
    • NoteSlight play at nearside front upper wishbone ball joint

Questions about S4 UFV

Does S4 UFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 UFV is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 UFV?
The MOT on S4 UFV is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 UFV done?
S4 UFV was recorded at 74,186 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 1,472 miles a year.
Has S4 UFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 UFV has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on S4 UFV 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 S4 UFV find?
S4 UFV passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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