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CUD 54K

1971 Lotus Europa

Yellow Petrol 1565cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,999 mi
Last recorded59,999 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUD 54K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,565cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 59,999 miles
Fail 5 May 2026 59,994 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2025 59,745 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 59,453 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 59,165 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 57,610 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 57,509 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 57,275 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 57,027 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 56,957 miles

End float in both drive shafts causing lateral movement in rear wheels

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 56,599 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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CUD 54K is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Yellow with a 1,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CUD 54K, 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 CUD 54K?

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What year was CUD 54K registered?

CUD 54K is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 3 September 1971.

Is CUD 54K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUD 54K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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