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DK56 FLA

2006 Lotus Europa

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,048 mi
Last recorded40,048 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2010
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 FLA
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2010 40,048 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges close to limit

nearside front headlight aim set on max hight now

Fail 20 Feb 2010 40,048 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges close to limit

nearside front headlight aim set on max hight now

offside rear tyre ON LIMIT NOW (1.6mm)

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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DK56 FLA is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK56 FLA, 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

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What year was DK56 FLA registered?

DK56 FLA is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is DK56 FLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK56 FLA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK56 FLA have outstanding finance?

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