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AUW 130H

1997 Lotus Europa

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,845 mi
Last recorded57,845 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUW 130H
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2013 57,845 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 57,602 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 56,769 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 55,862 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 54,465 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 52,529 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 50,327 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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AUW 130H is a 1997 Lotus Europa in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AUW 130H, 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 29 years old, this Lotus Europa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUW 130H?

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What year was AUW 130H registered?

AUW 130H is a 1997 Lotus Europa, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is AUW 130H safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUW 130H 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 AUW 130H have outstanding finance?

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