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DRA 311G

1969 Lotus Europa

White Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

77,023 mi
Last recorded77,023 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 1969 Lotus Europa43,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRA 311G
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1969
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 77,023 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 76,909 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 76,231 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 76,217 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2008 76,209 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Centre Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

n/s mirror is missing

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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DRA 311G is a 1969 Lotus Europa in White with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DRA 311G, 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

How do I check the history of DRA 311G?

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What year was DRA 311G registered?

DRA 311G is a 1969 Lotus Europa, first registered on 3 July 1969.

Is DRA 311G safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRA 311G shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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