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8611 BY

1984 Lotus Seven

Silver Petrol 1216cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2014
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,760 mi
Last recorded1,760 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

Registration8611 BY
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,216cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2013 1,760 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 1,261 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 1,118 miles

nearside and offside front shock absorber lower mounting bolt locking device only just in place

nearside and offside front upper suspension ball joint locking device only just in place

slight perishing to inside of nearside front tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2006 525 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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8611 BY is a 1984 Lotus Seven in Silver with a 1,216cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 8611 BY, 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 42 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 8611 BY?

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What year was 8611 BY registered?

8611 BY is a 1984 Lotus Seven, first registered on 6 March 1984.

Is 8611 BY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8611 BY shows 4 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 8611 BY have outstanding finance?

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