Cheap MOT Failure Cars For Sale In Colchester, Essex From Private Sellers
10 Cheap MOT Failure Cars For Sale In Colchester, Essex From Private Sellers
Searching for a cheap car without an MOT can save you money upfront, as these vehicles are usually priced significantly lower than those with a valid MOT certificate. Buying a "No MOT" car is ideal for mechanics, enthusiasts, or anyone planning repairs or restoration. However, it’s important to be aware that these cars haven't passed the mandatory safety and emissions tests, so they may require costly repairs or might not be roadworthy immediately. Always factor in potential repair costs and legal requirements before purchasing. Be sure to view the car in person and conduct a thorough inspection before making your decision.
Peugeot, 207, Convertible, 2009, Manual, 1598 (cc),2 doors
Owned by my mother for the past 9 years. We spent £1600 in 2024 (new centre and rear exhaust, body control module, suspension springs, battery, camshaft sensors, tyre, etc). Now needs new gearbox (makes noise while in the first 3 gears).. Selling as cannot be bothered to spend any more time and money on this car. Driven until MOT expired (late Feb 25). As it sat on my drive for the past 2 months, now the roof does not go down, nor windows do roll down. This happened once before, around 2017. Sensor in the boot needed replacing (£12 back then). Actual mileage around 77-78k (see mileage history). 93k on the dash due to second hand body control module temporarily fitted as the OEM part was out of stock for 8 months. Mileage adjusted on DVLA/GOV website. Part service history, but a whole pad of parts and labour receipts over the years. Oil and filters changed every summer despite fairly low annual mileage. AC is working well, dual zone. Heated seats (driver and passenger). Full leather interior. Pearl white exterior. In good / very good visual condition for its age. Non smoker, no dogs / pets. 2 owners in total. Declared SORN. MOT expired, not insured.
£850 View More
Mazda 2, 2005 (05) Blue Hatchback, Semi auto Petrol, 123,456 miles
Mazda 2 semi automatic gearbox v5 logbook present one key selling as spare repairs non runner been kept on private premises in a garage lost parking area would have to be transported away non driver also no MOT no tax etc declared sorn with DVLA car is a 2005 so expect dents scratches faded paint misaligned panels bumpers mostly sold as seen been told it's ulez compliant being a petrol and 2005 registered no offers no time wasters no scrap metal dealers please car owes me storage so that is factored into the selling price car is located in south east London Lewisham forest hill SE23 2lh thanks .
£575 View More
Volkswagen, BEETLE, Convertible, 2007, Manual, 1595 (cc),2 doors
For spares and repairs - MOT FAIL - approx £1000 to fix according to garage A great car for the summer! Was a good runner! 2 keys Four sills repaired service history SORN off road Good overall condition to bodywork Some sun paint damage to bonnet Broken latch on glove compartment - still works.
£600 View More
Renault Megane - 1.6 VVT Dynamique 2dr
Renault Megane Dynamique 1.6 petrol, with only 75k miles. Lady owner for past 9 years. Left in garage & unused for about 4 years. Put new battery in & fresh petrol & it started 1st time! This car was used daily, until arrival of children. Mot expired back then. It has a brand new battery. The ignition coils & low profile tyres were replaced when last used. The glass roof folds down into the boot (which is huge, when roof is up) but haven't done this recently, as car is now on driveway & don't want to take any chances. It was fine back then, but I will leave to new owner to lube the mechanism, but it used to have no problems. Can be driven as is, of course. The worst point is lacquer flaking, around the boot & nearby. (please check pictures) It also has air conditioning (will need filling obviously) & alloy wheels. Also a good sounding original CD player. This car is perfect for some cheap summer fun & someone who is able to spend a few hours getting it all good. Injury means I cant do it myself. Comes with some service history too. A great car for this money..!! Clacton on sea area.
£550 View More
Golf fsi
No MOT blowing tale pipe drives very good body also good couple small things wrong Ulez compliant low insurance group No offers
£700 View MoreVolkswagen, POLO, Estate, 2001, Manual, 1896 (cc),5 doors
Volksvagen Polo, 1.9 The car drives well, no issues with driving although has just failed MOT mainly due to the suspension arm pin. Current MOT expires 24 June 2025. Price: £450 Mileage :84000 Timing belt change : 57000 Water pump change: 57000 Price reflects its age though as mentioned above, no issues with starting up and driving. 2 keys. Paperwork present. Near central Cambridge
£450 View MoreCitroen, C2, Hatchback, 2005, Manual, 1124 (cc),3 doors
Citroen, C2, Hatchback, 2005, Manual, 1124 (cc),3 doors starts and drives well. it's my son car he got a company car so it's been sitting on my drive way not being used being sold for spare or repairs as it got no mot full log book see pics. Ideal for delivery drivers once mot
£250 View MoreBMW, 3 SERIES, Estate, 2011, Manual, 1995 (cc),5 doors
SPEARS OR REPAIRS BMW e91 320d Has stage 1 map with hard cut limiter Dpf gutted and egr deleted Smokes on cold start No mot Aftermarket back box ,
£800 View More
2004 BMW compact e46 drift car 2.2 2.0
BMW 316i on logbook compact converted to 2.2 not sure what engine. Remap and limiter raised skid nice whit a locked diff Runs and drives stripped out quick shit tunnel mounted coilovers all around open diff on it now purple rack bit tatty but nothing to bad wings a bit dented 19 tiger claws upfront skids on back can let some land rover wheels come with it and they fit nice as the whole car has had studs fitted all around no bolts if I get the full price rear jack bar have all rear interior bits but not back seats no MOT but can't see why not manji engine mounts probably alot more I now fixed the intake behind the maf and filter as it has split. Advise pick up as no tax or anything, Once in your name and paid for if you like. Logbook here. Sidcup Kent or swap for daily prefer another E46 straight 6 as I need this to cart my baby daughter about and this isn't for that.
£800 View More
Ford, FOCUS, Hatchback, 2005, 1999 (cc),5 doors
I’ve got a auto ford focus 74,000 miles Got couple dents and scratches not best bodywork Runs and drives good needs a tracking service to stop rumbling when going higher speeds but don’t really affect driving it’s MOT shortly just Run out. I’ve also got A Mercedes Kompressor C class automatic Unknown milage due to it don’t show on dash Runs and drives perfectly Good condition bodywork and inside I want £1000 take both cars Great deal text me if interested
£1,000 View MoreSimilar results from outside your search
Mercedes-Benz, C CLASS, Saloon, 2006, Semi-Auto, 1796 (cc),4 doors
Mercedes C180 Komp Avant-garde SE 3 owner vehicle. Damage to drivers door does not close and rear light damage as seen in photos. The battery was disconnected at the time of damage. 110k mileage. Mot expired Feb 2025. Passed all previous Mots in my ownership. Ideal to repair. Needs towing away
£700 View More
Audi A2 - 1.6 FSI SE 5dr - Sunroof, Tyres excellent
Priced competitive due to condition. Great little runner though and very economical. This car has high mileage which comes with age. For transparency / honesty, items which needs attention - MOT expired. (SORN) - there is a belt slip when starting the car. Relatively new battery. - it struggles to go into 1'st and 2'nd gear; clutch? - some minor marks on bodywork , but no scratches or dents. Was not in any incidents while owning the car. - Tyres in great condition with 2 no relatively new - full service history - interior need some TLC too, which comes with age.
£1,400 View MoreVW Golf 1.4 TSI 6 Gears Turbo ULEZ & UK CAZ free, First to see will buy, Bargain
Volkswagen Golf Mk6 1.4 TSI Se 7 Gears Manual include reverse . ULEZ & CAZ UK Compliant 1.4 Turbo 16 valves. Very cheap to run , Cheap to insure for new drivers. Has NO MOT , SORN , Will drive you anywhere you like . will Start and drive No warning Lights , No Engine management. As a second hand car needs a Small TLC . Makes a beautiful car . ONCE MOTED , Taxed small service APPOINTMENT ONLY . no time wasters . Please note: NOT a motor trader - This is a private sale
£1,350 View MoreHonda, JAZZ, Hatchback, 2004, Semi-Auto, 1339 (cc),5 doors
This used to be my car and we decided last year to keep it for our son when he goes to uni. He’s now got an offer from a London uni and a bike will suit him better! As you see the back of the car needs attention (if you’re bothered). It’s got a low mileage considering it’s age. It passed MOT and soon after we decided to keep it for our son. MOT expired in Feb. 🚗 For Sale: Honda Jazz 1.4 i-DSI SE (2003) – Only 75,000 Miles – ULEZ Compliant ✅ 🛠 Reliable & Economical – Ideal City Car 📍 Location: Pinner/Northwood 💰 Price: £900 ONO 📅 Year: 2003 📊 Mileage: 75,000 miles ⛽️ Fuel Type: Petrol 🛞 Transmission: Automatic 📄 MOT: Feb 2025 🆔 V5C: Present 📉 ULEZ: Yes – ULEZ Compliant ✅ Key Features: • ULEZ compliant — no daily charge in clean air zones • Low mileage for its age – only 75,000 miles • Great fuel economy • Spacious interior with flexible rear seats • Ideal for new drivers, city use, or as a second car • Cheap to run and insure 🔧 Condition: • Mechanically sound and drives well • Some cosmetic marks and dents (see photos) • Rear bumper dent and mismatched front wheel reflected in price • Interior clean and tidy for its age 💬 Viewing/Test Drive Welcome
£900 View MoreVolkswagen, PASSAT, Estate, 2010, Manual, 1598 (cc),5 doors
2010 Volkswagen passat estate bluemotion TDI 1.6 d runs and drives perfet no mot no show pony but good work horse 595 quick sell
£595 View MoreRenault, CLIO, Hatchback, 2006, Other, 1598 (cc),5 doors
Starts and drives. Ideal for first car. Selling at £700 due to expired MOT. Open to negotiate prices but nothing silly please. Please contact for more information
£700 View More
Ford Fiesta - 1.6 Titanium 3dr
MOT has expired The car is in poor condition hence the very low price It has lots of bumps and scrapes. See photos The battery is flat so it will need to be towed away However if given some TLC it is a good car and runs very well Bonnet latch needs fixing Bumper needs fixing New battery needed Lots of marks on the bodywork Roof rack not included
£250 View MoreSold and seen - Jeep, CHEROKEE, Estate, 2004, Other, 3700 (cc),5 doors
MOT just expired / failed – See pictures from MOT and dash board. Starts and drives no issues 🔧 Ideal project car or for parts 🔹 Mileage: [101817] 🔹 Manual/Automatic: [Automatic] 🔹 Drives: [Yes – is it drivable?] 🔹 V5 present: [Yes]
£700 View More
MINI Hatch - 1.6 One Euro 5 3dr
MOT expired, BEEN PARKED SINCE JAN, 2X KEYS, DRIVES AND STARTS, HPI CLEAR, Needs Mot
£599 View More
Mazda Bongo - 2.5 - camper van
Mazda bongo/ford Freda No Mot Vehicle SORN Reluctantly selling my "was soon to be camper-van". Owned this van for about 2ish years with intention to fully convert to a camper van but due to change of jobs I have not got or had the time to finish what I started. Just had two new batteries and starts on the button with the engine running absolutely smooth and more than plenty of power Tran... See more
£850 View MoreFord, FOCUS, Hatchback, 2007, Manual, 1596 (cc),5 doors
2007 1.6 ford focus. Needs abit of work to body & other bits. Message for more information. £595 Ono. No mot. Log book present.
£595 View MoreBmw 523i SE 5 Series E39 Manual / Electric Seats/Drift Car
W REG 2000 COVERED 158076 MILES BOUGHT THIS A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO OFF A CHAP WHO OWNED IT FOR 13 YEARS I WAS HOPING TO SAVE IT AS IT FAILED THE MOT IN MARCH IT WILL NEED THE JACKING POINTS WELDED ALL ROUND BUT THE QUOTES IM GETTING ARE NOT COST EFFECTIVE FOR ME TO KEEP THE CAR DRIVES SPOT ON ENGINE IS SMOOTH AND PULLS VERY WELL CLUTCH BITES HALFWAY ELECTRIC SEATS 3 KEYS PAINTWORK HAS FADED IN PLACES COULD DO WITH VALVE COVER GASKET BEING REPLACED MINIMAL SERVICE HISTORY WITH THE CAR AS HE SERVICED IT HIMSELF AND NEVER KEPT RECEIPTS SO IF YOUR HANDY WITH A WELDER OR LOOKING TO DO A MANUAL SWAP THIS WOULD BE IDEAL OR MAKE A GOOD DRIFT CAR V5 PRESENT PRICED TO SELL NO OFFERS THANKS FOR LOOKING COLLECTION FROM BRADWELL NR31
£800 View More
Vauxhall Astra - 1.6 16v Elite Euro 5 5dr
For sale is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra Elite 1.6 16V - top-spec model with plenty of comfort features. The car runs well but requires a head gasket replacement and the windscreen washer jet is currently not spraying, likely due to a clog. Key Details: Engine: 1.6L Petrol, 16V Transmission: Manual Mileage: 102345 MOT: No current MOT HPI Clear - No Cat S/N New battery recently fitted Elite Trim Features: Full leather interior Heated front seats Dual-zone climate control Cruise control Speed limitor 17" alloy wheels Electric windows (front & rear) Automatic headlights and wipers Rear and front parking sensors (Note: one front sensor needs replacing) AUX input (Note: No Bluetooth) Known Issues: Head gasket needs replacement No MOT Front washer jet not spraying - likely clogged One front parking sensor faulty No click sound when signalling, lights are working
£800 View MorePopular Searches
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