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DOY 92J

1970 Lotus Europa

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,762 mi
Last recorded82,762 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1970 Lotus Europa26,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOY 92J
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 May 2024 82,762 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 81,505 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 81,386 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 81,370 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 81,330 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 81,330 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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DOY 92J is a 1970 Lotus Europa in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 26,505 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 DOY 92J, 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 56 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 DOY 92J?

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What year was DOY 92J registered?

DOY 92J is a 1970 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is DOY 92J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOY 92J shows 6 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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