Hotpoint WT540 tripping mains

[Findaway]

My washing machine tripped the mains during a wash. After trying fuse and different socket I have emptied washing and water, blown down the pressure pipe, disconnected all wires from heater element. When switched
on the lights on the front light up and the house hold mains still trip after about 15 seconds. Nothing in the back looks burnt dusty or dirty.
Is it worth changing the mains filter and chancing it as iv read it could be this or is there a way to test it? ......or any other suggestions would be welcomed.
Cheers

 

[rocks1]

Could be the motor as well. Disconnect both but one at a time see what still trips.

 

[Findaway]

Could be the motor as well. Disconnect both but one at a time see what still trips.

Thank you for reply will try that tomorrow in daylight and re post.
Cheers!

 

[Findaway]

Ok Rock1 I pulled the earth spade connector and wiring block connector off the motor and the lights stayed on the front and the mains hasnt blown. Can I safely presume if i replace the motor the machine should be ok?
Cheers

 

[rocks1]

Yes that the fault. Motor needs replacing.

 

[Findaway]

Yes that the fault. Motor needs replacing.

Thank you much apprreciated