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DUR 10K

1972 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,959 mi
Last recorded80,959 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUR 10K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2014 80,959 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 80,916 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 80,874 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s rear brake sticking

play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 5 May 2011 80,829 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 80,828 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 80,701 miles

play in o/s rear wheel bearing

wiper switch faulty

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

park brake lever travel

play in n/s front wheel bearing

Pass 6 May 2008 80,535 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 80,408 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 80,408 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

play in both front wheel bearings

play in both rear drive shafts

Pass 4 May 2006 80,168 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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DUR 10K is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 55,308 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 DUR 10K, 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 54 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 DUR 10K registered?

DUR 10K is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 22 March 1972.

Is DUR 10K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUR 10K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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