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DOC 427K

1971 Lotus Europa

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,907 mi
Last recorded48,907 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOC 427K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2011 48,907 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Wear in off side drive shaft inner spline.

Pass 28 Jul 2010 49,823 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 47,784 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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DOC 427K is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DOC 427K, 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.

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What year was DOC 427K registered?

DOC 427K is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is DOC 427K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOC 427K shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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