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DNP 242H

1969 Lotus Europa

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

1,806 mi
Last recorded1,806 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 1969 Lotus Europa43,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNP 242H
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1969
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 1,806 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 1,333 miles

Parking brake efficiency 25% Just meets pass limit, advise adjustment or repair.

Some movement in nearside rear driveshaft into gearbox joint

Fail 3 Nov 2014 1,317 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 1,239 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 1,217 miles

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint insecure in a suspension arm (2.5.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2012 145 miles

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

slight bind from nearside rear

Fail 29 May 2012 145 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight bind from nearside rear

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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DNP 242H is a 1969 Lotus Europa in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1969 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 43,803 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 DNP 242H, 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 57 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DNP 242H registered?

DNP 242H is a 1969 Lotus Europa, first registered on 29 September 1969.

Is DNP 242H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNP 242H shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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