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44 HDM

1980 Lotus Seven

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,683 mi
Last recorded2,683 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
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Vehicle Details

Registration44 HDM
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2022 2,683 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 1,347 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 519 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 98,475 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 95,348 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 93,050 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 91,072 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 89,188 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 87,047 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 85,084 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 84,287 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 82,963 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 81,974 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 81,219 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 80,605 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 79,440 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 78,859 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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44 HDM is a 1980 Lotus Seven in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 44 HDM, 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 46 years old, this Lotus Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 44 HDM?

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What year was 44 HDM registered?

44 HDM is a 1980 Lotus Seven, first registered on 1 December 1980.

Is 44 HDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 44 HDM shows 17 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 44 HDM have outstanding finance?

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