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234 MPA

1959 Lotus Seven

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,016 mi
Last recorded17,016 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration234 MPA
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2012 17,016 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,828 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 14,879 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 13,971 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 10,988 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 9,570 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 9,570 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Seven?

Based on 1,987 MOT tests across 294 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
294
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
parking brake recording little or no effort 36
position lamp(s) not working 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 23
brake recording little or no effort 23
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234 MPA is a 1959 Lotus Seven in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Lotus Seven fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 234 MPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 67 years old, this Lotus Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 234 MPA?

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What year was 234 MPA registered?

234 MPA is a 1959 Lotus Seven, first registered on 1 October 1959.

Is 234 MPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 234 MPA shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 234 MPA have outstanding finance?

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