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AU56 COJ

2006 Lotus Europa

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,239 mi
Last recorded41,239 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 COJ
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 41,239 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 40,619 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 38,471 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 33,932 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 30,679 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 28,637 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 24,759 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 17,825 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 9,891 miles

o/s/rear brake disc deteriorating

Fail 1 Oct 2009 9,891 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/rear brake disc deteriorating

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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AU56 COJ is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU56 COJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 20 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU56 COJ?

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What year was AU56 COJ registered?

AU56 COJ is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is AU56 COJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 COJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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