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300 LYC

1961 Lotus Seven

Green Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,493 mi
Last recorded46,493 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1961 Lotus Seven15,965 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration300 LYC
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2018 46,493 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 46,074 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 45,071 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 44,838 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 43,703 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 43,148 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 41,876 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 40,799 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 39,498 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 38,167 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 36,522 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 35,280 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 33,914 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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300 LYC is a 1961 Lotus Seven in Green with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,965 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 300 LYC, 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 65 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 300 LYC?

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What year was 300 LYC registered?

300 LYC is a 1961 Lotus Seven, first registered on 3 May 1961.

Is 300 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 300 LYC shows 13 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 300 LYC have outstanding finance?

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