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AUR 5K

1971 Lotus Europa

Orange Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,925 mi
Last recorded80,925 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUR 5K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 80,925 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 80,647 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 80,133 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 79,478 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 79,402 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 79,285 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 78,704 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 78,505 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 78,307 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 78,048 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 77,754 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play steering check pinch bolt

Fail 31 Aug 2010 77,754 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight play steering check pinch bolt

Pass 7 Aug 2007 77,676 miles

slight play in rear suspension

Fail 7 Aug 2007 77,676 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight play in rear suspension

Pass 4 Oct 2005 77,585 miles

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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AUR 5K is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Orange with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 45,192 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 AUR 5K, 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 55 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUR 5K?

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What year was AUR 5K registered?

AUR 5K is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 18 October 1971.

Is AUR 5K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUR 5K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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