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B731 CHJ

1985 Lotus Europa

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

95,594 mi
Last recorded95,594 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB731 CHJ
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 95,594 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 95,594 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 94,980 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 May 2008 94,507 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

near side and off side front and rear suspension coil springs getting weak,causing vehicle to sit un-even

Pass 7 Jun 2006 94,228 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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B731 CHJ is a 1985 Lotus Europa in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 B731 CHJ, 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 41 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 B731 CHJ?

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What year was B731 CHJ registered?

B731 CHJ is a 1985 Lotus Europa, first registered on 29 March 1985.

Is B731 CHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B731 CHJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B731 CHJ have outstanding finance?

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