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7857 NG

1960 Lotus Seven

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,316 mi
Last recorded8,316 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 1960 Lotus Seven30,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration7857 NG
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1960
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2014 8,316 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 8,147 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 7,907 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 7,165 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 6,437 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 6,273 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 5,415 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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7857 NG is a 1960 Lotus Seven in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1960 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 30,580 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 7857 NG, 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 66 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 7857 NG?

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What year was 7857 NG registered?

7857 NG is a 1960 Lotus Seven, first registered on 21 June 1960.

Is 7857 NG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7857 NG 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 7857 NG have outstanding finance?

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