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7 XVX

1970 Lotus Seven

Red Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1970 Lotus Seven43,196 mi
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

Registration7 XVX
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2017
Pass 11 May 2016 20,369 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 20,369 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,369 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 20,369 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 20,369 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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7 XVX is a 1970 Lotus Seven in Red with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 43,196 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 7 XVX, 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 56 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 7 XVX?

You can check the full history of 7 XVX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 7 XVX registered?

7 XVX is a 1970 Lotus Seven, first registered on 1 September 1970.

Is 7 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 XVX shows 6 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 7 XVX have outstanding finance?

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