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Lotus Esprit

Red · Petrol · 1987 · 2,174 cc

TDW 601MOT history

TDW 601 is a red petrol Lotus Esprit first used on 2 May 1987. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2024 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 75,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2024
Mileage
75,764 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2023
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TDW 601
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Lotus
Model
Esprit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,174 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
2 May 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2024
Latest MOT test
17 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

TDW 601 was last recorded at 75,764 miles on 17 May 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,764 miles · 16 May 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 75,764 miles
  • 2019 – 75,594 miles
  • 2014 – 75,341 miles
  • 2013 – 75,327 miles
  • 2011 – 74,805 miles
  • 2010 – 73,541 miles
  • 2009 – 73,532 miles
  • 2008 – 72,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,764 miles
  • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferrules rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all brake pipesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,764 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    75,764 miles
    Test number
    432063156316
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferrules rusty
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all brake pipes

  2. Fail75,764 miles (+170)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,764 miles
    Test number
    627149682267
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged brake pipe touching strut on full lock (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged brake pipe touching strut on full lock (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferrules rusty
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all brake pipes

  3. Pass75,594 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,594 miles
    Test number
    675881119882
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner rack joints.
    • AdvisoryReversing lights not working.

  4. Fail75,573 miles (+232)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,573 miles
    Test number
    141302219317
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo reversing lights.
    • AdvisorySlight play in both inner steering rack joints
    • AdvisorySurface rust on all brake discs.

  5. Pass75,341 miles (+14)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,341 miles
    Test number
    358743464095
    • NoteHeadlight reflectors dull around edges.
    • NoteSurface rust on all brake discs.

  6. Pass75,327 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    75,327 miles
    Test number
    726911783224
    • NoteHeadlight reflectors corroded around edges.

  7. Fail75,320 miles (+515)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,320 miles
    Test number
    137198273197
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteOffside headlight sticking up.

  8. Pass74,805 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,805 miles
    Test number
    187837051213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,541 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,541 miles
    Test number
    821734950294
    • NoteOXIDISATION ON METAL BRAKE PIPES.
    • NoteSURFACE RUST ON ALL BRAKE DISCS.

  10. Fail73,541 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,541 miles
    Test number
    961364250253
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOXIDISATION ON METAL BRAKE PIPES.
    • NoteSURFACE RUST ON ALL BRAKE DISCS.

  11. Pass73,541 miles (+9)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    73,541 miles
    Test number
    133759380094
    • NoteOffside front tyre soft.
    • NoteSlight oxidisation on metal brake pipes.
    • NoteSlight play in steering coloumn lower u.j.
    • NoteSurface rust on all brake discs.(cleaning up with use).

  12. Fail73,532 miles (+600)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,532 miles
    Test number
    800260039365
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  13. Pass72,932 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    820826318141
    • NoteSlight damage on n/s/f wheel rim
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wheelbearing
    • NoteSome oxidisation on front to rear brake pipe.
    • NoteSurface rust on front brake discs.

  14. Fail72,932 miles4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    541065118164
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteSlight damage on n/s/f wheel rim
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wheelbearing
    • NoteSome oxidisation on front to rear brake pipe.
    • NoteSurface rust on front brake discs.

Questions about TDW 601

What vehicle is registration TDW 601 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TDW 601 on a red petrol Lotus Esprit first used on 2 May 1987. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TDW 601 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on TDW 601 expired on 16 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on TDW 601?
The MOT on TDW 601 expired on 16 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has TDW 601 done?
TDW 601 was recorded at 75,764 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2023, an average of 188 miles a year.
Has TDW 601 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TDW 601 has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2023.
Has the mileage on TDW 601 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 TDW 601 find?
TDW 601 passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2023 with 2 advisories: all brake hose ferrules rusty; surface corrosion to all brake pipes.

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