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EBH 10K

1972 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,167 mi
Last recorded3,167 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 3,167 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 2,955 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 1,909 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 87,756 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 87,132 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 87,111 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 86,803 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 86,793 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 86,582 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 85,619 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 84,138 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 83,421 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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EBH 10K is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 EBH 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 EBH 10K registered?

EBH 10K is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 21 January 1972.

Is EBH 10K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBH 10K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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